Team Lead, Production Engineering

Are you a technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment? Do you enjoy developing high-performing teams while solving complex engineering challenges? We are seeking a Team Lead, Production Engineering to oversee a team of engineers and technologists supporting shipbuilding and ship repair programs.

In this role, you will lead the delivery of critical production engineering solutions that enable safe, efficient, and successful execution of shipyard operations. Working closely with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Production, Planning, Supply Chain, and subcontractors, you will help shape how complex projects are delivered from concept through completion.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Production Engineering professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Manage team workload, schedules, priorities, resource allocation, and key deliverables to support shipbuilding and repair programs.
• Oversee the development and execution of:
  • Lifting and handling plans
  • Jigs and fixtures
  • Temporary service engineering solutions
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Planning, Production, and Supply Chain teams to ensure alignment of priorities and project requirements.
• Monitor progress against commitments, proactively identifying and addressing risks, constraints, and competing priorities.
• Drive improvements in processes, standardization, safety, quality, and overall engineering effectiveness.
• Support employee goal setting, performance discussions, coaching, and career development activities.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.Eng.) and Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation (or equivalent).
• 4+ years of experience in shipbuilding, ship design, ship repair, or a similar heavy industrial environment.
• Strong ability to interpret production drawings, PBOMs, 3D models, and large datasets.
• Experience performing lifting analyses and structural strength calculations using engineering principles and applicable codes.
• Working knowledge of tools such as Microsoft Office, Primavera P6, and other engineering software.
• Exposure to hull, machinery, piping, electrical, or steel outfitting systems.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a production environment.

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.