Maintenance Engineering Student- Winter 2027

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Process Engineering Student to join our Irving Wallboard. This role offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, supporting process improvement initiatives, data analysis, and technical problem-solving. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, production teams, and quality personnel to optimize operations and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

What We Offer

• Mentorship from experienced engineers and professionals
• Exposure to real-world engineering challenges and solutions
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
• This role range from 4 to 8 months, starting in Winter 2026!
• You’ll be based out of Saint John, New Brunswick
• Funding support for housing may be available for eligible candidates

Did you know? Since January 2024, J.D. Irving, Limited has committed to reimbursing the co-op fee up to $1,000 for students completing their work terms with the company

Ready to Construct your Career?

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance

efficiency, quality, and safety

• Collect and analyze production data to support root cause analysis and

corrective actions

• Support trials and experiments on the production floor, including

documentation and reporting

• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions,

and process documentation

• Participate in cross-functional teams focused on continuous improvement and

lean manufacturing

• Assist with equipment troubleshooting and process optimization
• Contribute to sustainability and waste reduction initiatives
• Support Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting by gathering data, updating

dashboards, and analyzing trends to help drive performance improvements

• Present findings and recommendations to engineering and operations teams.

QUALIFICATIONS