About the role#
This is a full-time co-op position for the Winter 2027 term. You will work on-site in Halifax, NS, gaining hands-on experience in facilities engineering within the shipbuilding industry. Irving Shipbuilding covers co-op program fees up to $1,000 for student hires.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with the Facilities Engineering team on design and construction solutions.
- Track project cost, schedule, scope, and quality metrics.
- Perform on-site inspections to verify construction progress and update facility documentation.
- Monitor contractor compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Support daily operations through engineering analyses.
- Initiate and contribute to strategic engineering studies for long-term planning.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Engineering program in any discipline.
- Up to 2 years of experience in facilities, infrastructure, or construction.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook and Excel.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar design and markup tools.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to solve problems and work collaboratively.
Location & details#
- Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia.
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Security requirements: All applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
About J.D. Irving, Limited
J.D. Irving, Limited is a family-owned company founded in 1882. It operates across Canada and the United States in sectors including forestry, shipbuilding, retail, and food processing. The company maintains head offices in Saint John and Moncton, New Brunswick. It employs over 10,000 people across its diverse business segments.
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