Sheet Metal Worker, Overhaul Center

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 business aviation, general aviation, and regional aviation segments.

In nearly 100 years, we have achieved numerous breakthroughs in engine development that ensure the transport of goods and material, 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 aerospace and defense industry in the country! Our headquarters is listed among the best employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions confirm our reputation as an employer of choice in the Montreal region, in Canada, and worldwide.

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 cutting, presses, plasma spray machines, and peening machines.
• Perform deburring, weld preparation, marking, washing, all types of masking, scraping, polishing, cutting, drilling, riveting, dent removal, spot welding, and sanding on various parts, including the correction of manufacturing defects.
• Work from verbal instructions, manufacturing method sheets, schedules, drawings, and other written instructions, and make all 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 fixtures, and maintain appropriate logs of various parameters to establish efficient operations with statistical process control.
• Operate a forklift to move hydraulic press fixtures.
• Operate 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 required adjustments to compensate for material springback and for developing parts.
• May be required to simultaneously operate several close-proximity machines.

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 bins, and report issues and material needs to the supervisor.
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure, among other things, that fluid levels are adequate, filters are clean, and the general condition of the machine complies with the checklist. Keep equipment and work environment 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 above-mentioned functions.
• Report difficulties to the department supervisor.

Requirements

• DEP in precision sheet metal work
• Mastery of documentation and blueprint reading (manufacturing drawings)
• Excellent learning capacity
• Analytical mind and problem-solving ability (comprehension 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 takes place in a French-speaking work environment, nevertheless, 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

Benefits

• Retirement and savings plan program with employer matching
• 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

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

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, 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 surpass yourself?