| Date Posted: | Oct 05, 2026 |
Job Description
Junior Manufacturing and Project Engineer
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Work Arrangement: On-site
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Locations: 2068 Piper Lane and 290 Sovereign Road, London, Ontario
Reports To: Vice President of Manufacturing
Compensation: $65,000–$80,000 annually, based on qualifications and relevant experience
Posting Date: September 16, 2026
With two London locations totaling more than 100,000 square feet, over 40 large modern CNC
machines, multiple 10-tonne overhead cranes and a skilled team supporting 24-hour operations, ADJ
Industries Inc. is a leader in custom fabrication, welding and machining. We manufacture large,
complex components to close tolerances for customers across a variety of industries.
ADJ Industries Inc. maintains ISO 9001:2015 certification and certifications through the Canadian
Welding Bureau (CWB) and American Welding Society (AWS) for steel and aluminum welding. ADJ
Industries Inc. is also registered with Canada’s Controlled Goods Program.
Position Summary
The Junior Manufacturing and Project Engineer is a hands-on, shop-focused developmental position
designed to build a broad understanding of ADJ Industries' manufacturing operations, customers,
equipment, processes and workforce. Working closely with the Vice President of Manufacturing,
Quality, Production and shop supervision, the position supports day-to-day manufacturing operations
and assigned projects. Responsibilities and independent project ownership will increase as the
employee develops practical knowledge and experience.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Manufacturing and Production Support
• Learn ADJ Industries' CNC machining, welding, fabrication, assembly and inspection processes.
• Maintain a regular shop-floor presence and work with supervisors, operators, programmers, Quality
and Maintenance to support daily production requirements.
• Assist in resolving equipment, tooling, programming, material, quality and manufacturing-process
issues.
• Help ensure employees have the drawings, tooling, materials, programs and instructions required to
complete assigned work.
• Monitor assigned production and project activities and promptly communicate issues affecting
safety, quality, cost or delivery.
Projects and Customer Support
• Support assigned customer and internal projects from initial review and manufacturing planning
through production and delivery.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements to support
manufacturability, process planning, tooling and inspection decisions.
• Coordinate project actions with Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, Programming,
Maintenance and external suppliers.
• Maintain project schedules, action lists and status updates, and follow assigned items through to
completion.
• Assist with technical customer communication and assume greater customer contact as knowledge
and experience develop.
• Support new-product introductions, prototypes, first-production runs and the transition of new work
into regular production.
Process Improvement and Documentation
• Develop and maintain manufacturing routings, work instructions, process-flow diagrams, equipment
logs and inspection requirements under the guidance of experienced team members.
• Conduct time and motion studies and assist in maintaining accurate labour and manufacturing
standards.
• Identify practical opportunities to improve safety, quality, throughput, cycle time, capacity, material
use and production flow.
• Participate in investigations of non-conformances, root-cause analysis and corrective actions,
including follow-up to confirm effectiveness.
• Assist with equipment installations, plant-layout changes and other manufacturing or facility projects.
• Maintain accurate project, process, tooling and manufacturing documentation in accordance with
quality-system requirements.
Development and Multi-Facility Support
• Support technical training, employee cross-training, onboarding and skills-development activities as
requested.
• Provide technical support to supervisors and employees while respecting established reporting
relationships.
• Support projects or operational requirements at the Piper Lane and Sovereign Road facilities and,
periodically, the Ashland, Ohio facility.
• Take on increasing responsibility for assigned projects, production areas or customer programs as
capability and experience develop.
General Responsibilities
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, quality requirements and health and safety
standards.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and promptly report workplace injuries, hazards and
safety concerns.
Maintain a professional and respectful approach when working with employees, management,
customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to departmental and company objectives through collaboration, accountability and
continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned based on operational requirements.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering; a diploma in
Manufacturing Engineering Technology; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant
experience.
• Entry level to three years of related engineering, manufacturing or project experience. Co-op,
internship and applied academic project experience will be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of manufacturing-engineering principles and an interest in developing
practical experience in CNC machining, welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and technical specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving ability and willingness to learn unfamiliar equipment
and processes.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and follow
assigned projects through to completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Experience with CAD/CAM, CNC programming, ERP/MRP
systems or project-management software is an asset.
• Ability and willingness to travel between company facilities, including periodic business travel to
Ashland, Ohio.
• Ability to meet the requirements of the Canadian Controlled Goods Program.
Successful applicants must meet all requirements under the Canada Controlled Goods Regulations
(CGR) and must be approved as mandated by Public Works & Government Services Canada and
applicable contractual obligations.
Use of Artificial Intelligence:
This recruitment process does not utilize artificial intelligence or automated decision-making systems to
screen, assess or select candidates.
Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants requiring
accommodation should advise us in advance. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates
selected for an interview will be contacted.
How to Apply: Please submit your résumé to [email protected]
Please include “Junior Manufacturing and Project Engineer” in the subject line.
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Work Arrangement: On-site
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Locations: 2068 Piper Lane and 290 Sovereign Road, London, Ontario
Reports To: Vice President of Manufacturing
Compensation: $65,000–$80,000 annually, based on qualifications and relevant experience
Posting Date: September 16, 2026
With two London locations totaling more than 100,000 square feet, over 40 large modern CNC
machines, multiple 10-tonne overhead cranes and a skilled team supporting 24-hour operations, ADJ
Industries Inc. is a leader in custom fabrication, welding and machining. We manufacture large,
complex components to close tolerances for customers across a variety of industries.
ADJ Industries Inc. maintains ISO 9001:2015 certification and certifications through the Canadian
Welding Bureau (CWB) and American Welding Society (AWS) for steel and aluminum welding. ADJ
Industries Inc. is also registered with Canada’s Controlled Goods Program.
Position Summary
The Junior Manufacturing and Project Engineer is a hands-on, shop-focused developmental position
designed to build a broad understanding of ADJ Industries' manufacturing operations, customers,
equipment, processes and workforce. Working closely with the Vice President of Manufacturing,
Quality, Production and shop supervision, the position supports day-to-day manufacturing operations
and assigned projects. Responsibilities and independent project ownership will increase as the
employee develops practical knowledge and experience.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Manufacturing and Production Support
• Learn ADJ Industries' CNC machining, welding, fabrication, assembly and inspection processes.
• Maintain a regular shop-floor presence and work with supervisors, operators, programmers, Quality
and Maintenance to support daily production requirements.
• Assist in resolving equipment, tooling, programming, material, quality and manufacturing-process
issues.
• Help ensure employees have the drawings, tooling, materials, programs and instructions required to
complete assigned work.
• Monitor assigned production and project activities and promptly communicate issues affecting
safety, quality, cost or delivery.
Projects and Customer Support
• Support assigned customer and internal projects from initial review and manufacturing planning
through production and delivery.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements to support
manufacturability, process planning, tooling and inspection decisions.
• Coordinate project actions with Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, Programming,
Maintenance and external suppliers.
• Maintain project schedules, action lists and status updates, and follow assigned items through to
completion.
• Assist with technical customer communication and assume greater customer contact as knowledge
and experience develop.
• Support new-product introductions, prototypes, first-production runs and the transition of new work
into regular production.
Process Improvement and Documentation
• Develop and maintain manufacturing routings, work instructions, process-flow diagrams, equipment
logs and inspection requirements under the guidance of experienced team members.
• Conduct time and motion studies and assist in maintaining accurate labour and manufacturing
standards.
• Identify practical opportunities to improve safety, quality, throughput, cycle time, capacity, material
use and production flow.
• Participate in investigations of non-conformances, root-cause analysis and corrective actions,
including follow-up to confirm effectiveness.
• Assist with equipment installations, plant-layout changes and other manufacturing or facility projects.
• Maintain accurate project, process, tooling and manufacturing documentation in accordance with
quality-system requirements.
Development and Multi-Facility Support
• Support technical training, employee cross-training, onboarding and skills-development activities as
requested.
• Provide technical support to supervisors and employees while respecting established reporting
relationships.
• Support projects or operational requirements at the Piper Lane and Sovereign Road facilities and,
periodically, the Ashland, Ohio facility.
• Take on increasing responsibility for assigned projects, production areas or customer programs as
capability and experience develop.
General Responsibilities
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, quality requirements and health and safety
standards.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and promptly report workplace injuries, hazards and
safety concerns.
Maintain a professional and respectful approach when working with employees, management,
customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to departmental and company objectives through collaboration, accountability and
continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned based on operational requirements.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering; a diploma in
Manufacturing Engineering Technology; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant
experience.
• Entry level to three years of related engineering, manufacturing or project experience. Co-op,
internship and applied academic project experience will be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of manufacturing-engineering principles and an interest in developing
practical experience in CNC machining, welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and technical specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving ability and willingness to learn unfamiliar equipment
and processes.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and follow
assigned projects through to completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Experience with CAD/CAM, CNC programming, ERP/MRP
systems or project-management software is an asset.
• Ability and willingness to travel between company facilities, including periodic business travel to
Ashland, Ohio.
• Ability to meet the requirements of the Canadian Controlled Goods Program.
Successful applicants must meet all requirements under the Canada Controlled Goods Regulations
(CGR) and must be approved as mandated by Public Works & Government Services Canada and
applicable contractual obligations.
Use of Artificial Intelligence:
This recruitment process does not utilize artificial intelligence or automated decision-making systems to
screen, assess or select candidates.
Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants requiring
accommodation should advise us in advance. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates
selected for an interview will be contacted.
How to Apply: Please submit your résumé to [email protected]
Please include “Junior Manufacturing and Project Engineer” in the subject line.