About the role#
Irving Equipment is hiring a Mechanical Engineering student for our Pile Driving team in Saint John, New Brunswick. This position is for the Winter 2027 term. You will work on-site and gain exposure to the operations of a large crane and heavy lifting provider.
What you'll do#
- Estimate lift projects ranging from boom trucks to major infrastructure work.
- Assist with operations planning and scheduling.
- Use company ERP systems, dashboards, and analytics tools.
- Spend time on project sites and at customer facilities to observe operations.
- Participate in the company Health and Safety culture, including site inspections and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) tasks.
- Gain exposure to logistics, equipment dispatching, and crane operator coordination.
- Engage in job shadowing and build relationships with mentors.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering program.
- Interest in operations and a process improvement mindset.
- Desire to develop project management skills, including experience with tools like MS Projects, Lean, or Six Sigma.
- Ability to interpret engineered and shop drawings.
- Strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Paid, full-time student position.
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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