Sheet Metal Worker, Overhaul Center

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

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

Pratt & Whitney Canada has been 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 head office 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 around the world.

General Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and rework operations on engine part components and detail assemblies.
• Set up, operate, and adjust sheet metal working machines such as laser cutters, presses, and plasma spray and shot peening machines.
• Perform deburring, weld preparation, marking, washing, all-types of masking, scraping, polishing, cutting, drilling, riveting, dent removal, spot welding, and sandblasting on various parts, including manufacturing defect correction.
• Work from verbal instructions, manufacturing method sheets, schedules, drawings, and other written instructions, and perform any necessary changes and adjustments to meet required dimensions.
• Perform dimensional and visual checks on parts during the manufacturing process as indicated or required using various types of precision measuring instruments and verification gauges, and maintain appropriate records of various parameters in order to establish efficient operations with statistical process control.
• Drive a forklift to move hydraulic press fixtures.
• Drive and adjust mechanical or hydraulic presses with electronic/mechanical/manual adjustment to perform forming, piercing, deburring, cutting, and trimming operations on engine parts.
• Perform forming operations and adjustments required to compensate for material reactions and for development parts.
• May be required to operate several closely spaced machines simultaneously.

Specific Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of new processes, products, and reworks for method and tool selection.
• Wash, preserve, package, identify, and move parts while ensuring standards and specifications are met.
• Retrieve necessary items from stores and columns and report outgoing items and material needs to the manager.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure, among other things, fluid levels are adequate, filters are clean, and general machine condition complies with the checklist. Keep equipment and workspace clean and in good condition.
• Participate in training and share knowledge with teammates on various equipment and tasks.
• Perform other similar tasks of lesser or equal complexity related to the aforementioned duties.
• Report difficulties to the department manager.

What You Need to Succeed

• DEC in precision sheet metal work
• Mastery of documentation and blueprint reading (manufacturing drawings)
• Excellent learning capacity
• Analytical mind and problem-solving ability (understanding and logic)
• Interpersonal skills: teamwork and positive attitude
• Familiarity with computer systems, Windows operating system, and SAP
• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
• This position is in a French-speaking work environment, however, it requires a basic knowledge of English to understand certain specialized work instructions, drawings, and technical terms that may originate from international organizations.

Field of Study

Aeronautics

What We Offer

• Retirement and savings plan program with employer contribution
• Group 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

The masculine gender is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of lightening the text. We will consider job applications from all qualified candidates.

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; just look up. Are you ready to push your limits?