Sheet Metal Worker, Development and Tooling

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry established in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the largest fleet of airplanes and helicopters in the world in the business aviation, general aviation, and regional aviation segments.

In nearly 100 years, we have achieved numerous breakthroughs in the development of engines that ensure the transport of goods and materials, fight forest fires, and transport passengers.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada's Top 10 Employers in 2025 according to Forbes, in addition to being ranked first among employers in the country's aerospace and defense industry! Our headquarters appears on the list of top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions confirm our reputation as an employer of choice in the Montreal region, in Canada, and globally.

What will your daily life look like?

Main Functions:

Work Environment

• We mainly produce the turbines and compressors of the GTF engine program, notably used for the Airbus A320neo & A220 as well as the Embraer E2.
• Highly automated manufacturing line, combining advanced robotics and closed-door machining technologies, unique in the world.
• Collaborate within a qualified and passionate team, ready to share their knowledge and work closely together to improve the work environment.

Production Plan

• Ensure optimal production of equipment, machines, and tools.
• Analyze work, identify production requirements, and detect special requirements regarding difficulties in advance.
• Diagnose production indicators, statistical data, and perform operating cycles to simultaneously operate multiple machines or internal or external processes within the advanced manufacturing center.
• Maintain and optimally control the production flow and parts inventories.
• Perform necessary setups, adjustments, and alignments of tools, equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Take required actions to maintain production pace in order to respect on-time delivery to customers.

Maintenance Plan

• Perform first-level diagnostics to identify the source of problems, intervene, and/or coordinate interventions by various support groups. Apply knowledge of equipment and robotics/networking as a first responder.
• Apply the maintenance plan for equipment/processes, perform autonomous maintenance routines as well as any kind of minor maintenance work such as maintaining fluid/media/acid levels; checking, cleaning, and lubricating parts and gauges; minor repairs of machinery, tooling, and mechanical equipment, and act as support during interventions.
• Use various computer systems and technologies such as machine and automated line interfaces, dashboards, ESS systems, tooling, maintenance, and consumable management systems, and/or any other computer systems necessary for the proper functioning of the advanced manufacturing center.

Global Quality Plan

• Validate compliance with the quality plan by performing dimensional and visual checks on parts and tools according to the sampling plan.
• Analyze indicators proactively. Investigate the causes of repetitive problems. Recommend, direct, implement, and ensure follow-up of preventive or corrective actions as well as working techniques and methods.
• Use mechanisms such as "ANDON" to signal events that hinder work progression according to standards.
• Apply calibration routines and ensure tooling integrity by keeping appropriate records up to date.
• Document all requirements related to the global quality plan.
• Initiate and lead quality clinics to meet overall yield rates.
• Validate that parts meet all requested standards and specifications.

Related Functions:

May be called upon to perform various tasks or operations such as ATTI verification, shot peening, sandblasting, polishing, cleaning by various chemical and mechanical processes, simple deburring, masking and unmasking of parts and/or various articles, etc. to ensure the continuous flow of materials. In addition, tasks external to the AMC such as balancing, inspection, and packaging are performed.

What you need to succeed

Requirements

• Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) in Machining Techniques
• AEC in Machining on Computer Numerical Control Machine Tools
• DEC in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• Ability to work in a team
• This position is part of a francophone work environment; nevertheless, it requires a basic knowledge of English to understand certain specialized work instructions, drawings, and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations.

Asset:

• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience

What we offer:

• Retirement and savings plan program with employer contribution
• Collective insurance program
• Advancement opportunities (career progression)
• Merit program or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including telemedicine
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transit accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, daring, and rigor to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day; You just have to look up. Are you ready to push your limits?