Engineering Designer at J.D. Irving, Bouctouche, NB

AI Summary

J.D. Irving, through Kent Homes in Bouctouche, NB, is seeking an Engineering Designer. This role involves developing production drawing packages for modular homes and commercial projects, coordinating designs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates need an Engineering Technology Diploma and 2-5 years of architectural drafting experience with Revit proficiency. Join a team dedicated to innovative building design and technology.

About the Opportunity at Kent Homes

Kent Homes, a division of J.D. Irving and Atlantic Canada's largest builder of modular homes, is actively seeking a talented Engineering Designer to join their dedicated engineering department in Bouctouche, NB. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your innovative design and engineering experience within a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact the creation of high-quality building projects. As an integral part of the team, you will be instrumental in developing comprehensive production drawing packages for a diverse range of products, spanning from creative residential home designs to complex commercial ventures. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring excellence in building and design, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities and Impact

The Engineering Designer will be responsible for critical design coordination, collaborating extensively with various internal departments and external clients to facilitate the seamless release of electrical and mechanical designs. A core aspect of this role involves project influence analysis, where you will evaluate how specific design choices impact performance and functionality during the production phase of our homes and other building projects. Furthermore, you will conduct regulatory compliance evaluations, assessing and advising on environmental, legal, and regulatory issues pertinent to engineering projects. This position also provides essential bid package support for both residential and commercial ventures. A significant leadership component involves guiding the detailed design process, utilizing advanced BIM and Revit technology to produce precise specifications and coordinate all design information. Continuous exploration and adoption of new software capabilities, extensions, and emerging design technologies are encouraged to improve efficiency, accuracy, and the overall generation of drawing packages. Identifying opportunities to streamline design workflows and implement best practices is crucial for enhancing productivity, standardization, and collaboration across the Kent Homes organization.

Qualifications and What We Offer

To excel in this Engineering Designer role, candidates should possess an Engineering Technology Diploma or equivalent experience. A minimum of two to five years of architectural drafting and Canadian Building Code experience is required, preferably gained within a manufacturing or construction environment focused on building homes. Proficiency in 3D CAD software, with Revit being a mandatory skill, is essential, alongside comfort with the MS Office Suite. Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills are paramount for success. We are particularly interested in individuals who demonstrate a keen interest in leveraging technology to improve design processes, showing a willingness to learn, evaluate, and adopt new software tools and automation solutions to enhance productivity and design quality. Kent Homes offers an environment rich with exciting building projects that will challenge and grow your design skills, alongside clear opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Join a collaborative, innovation-driven team dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions for our homes and commercial projects, supported by competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, with a salary range of $53,000 to $74,500.