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≈ $43k – $87k per year (Estimated)
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. J.D. Irving scores B on the Alion truth index.

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J.D. Irving, Limited is a privately owned Canadian conglomerate headquartered in Saint John, New Brunswick, with businesses in forestry and forest products, shipbuilding and industrial fabrication, transportation and logistics, consumer products, food, agriculture, retail and construction equipment. Founded in 1882 and part of the Irving family group of companies, it employs more than 20,000 people in Canada and the United States through subsidiaries such as Irving Shipbuilding, Irving Tissue, Cavendish Farms, Kent Building Supplies and its railways. It hires truck drivers, skilled trades, papermaking and process engineers, maintenance supervisors, sales associates and finance analysts.

Are you a recent engineering graduate or early-career professional looking to apply your technical expertise to large-scale, complex projects? Join our team as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT), Mechanical Systems and play a key role in the design, construction, testing, and delivery of world-class ships.

In this role, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and industry experts, gaining hands-on experience in ship systems while contributing to innovative engineering solutions in a dynamic shipbuilding environment. This is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your professional development while working toward your P.Eng designation.

  • Support the planning, design, construction, testing, and commissioning of ship systems and equipment.

  • Develop engineering deliverables for assigned projects under the supervision of a licensed P.Eng.
  • Support the design and planning of processes, tools, equipment, and systems required for ship construction, repair, and modernization.
  • Review technical documents, drawings, and engineering products developed by internal teams and external stakeholders, providing comments and recommendations.
  • Assist in technical investigations, data analysis, and problem-solving activities.
  • Help identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within engineering processes and practices.
  • Contribute to risk identification and mitigation activities within project and engineering teams.
  • Prepare technical reports, presentations, and supporting documentation.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, production, and project functions.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Eligibility for registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer with Engineers Nova Scotia.
  • Understanding of engineering principles, standards, and industry best practices.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

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