Luke Hoeksema
About Luke Hoeksema
Luke Hoeksema is a Mechanical Engineering Summer Student currently working at J.D. Irving, Limited, where he has gained hands-on experience in the pulp and paper industry since 2021. He has previously held positions as a Concrete Technician at Conquest Engineering Ltd. and as a Contract Administrator at Exp, and he holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New Brunswick.
Work at J.D. Irving
Currently, Luke Hoeksema serves as a Mechanical Engineering Summer Student at J.D. Irving, Limited. He has been in this role since 2021, accumulating three years of experience in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. During his tenure, he has gained practical knowledge in the pulp and paper industry. His contributions include involvement in the new pulp machine addition project at the Tissue Mill for Irving Forest Services, where he worked on integrating new machinery into existing industrial processes.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Luke Hoeksema has a background in engineering roles prior to his current position. He worked as a Concrete Technician at Conquest Engineering Ltd. from 2010 to 2012 for two years in New Brunswick, Canada. Following this, he served as a Contract Administrator at Exp from 2012 to 2014 in the Toronto, Canada Area. These positions provided him with a diverse range of skills and experiences in the engineering sector.
Education and Expertise
Luke Hoeksema studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of New Brunswick, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 2019 to 2023. Prior to this, he attended New Brunswick Community College (NBCC), where he studied Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician and obtained a Bachelor's degree from 2005 to 2009. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles.
Projects and Contributions
During his time at J.D. Irving, Limited, Luke Hoeksema has contributed to significant projects, including the new pulp machine addition project at the Tissue Mill for Irving Forest Services. He has also worked on projects that involved the integration of new machinery into existing industrial processes. These experiences have allowed him to apply his academic knowledge to real-world engineering challenges.