Mechanical Design Technologist

National Research Council Canada • Ottawa, ON

8d • CA$66,126 - CA$91,012 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Technologist to support our Design and Fabrication Services Branch. The Mechanical Design Technologist would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity. Design and Fabrication Services (DFS) is the National Research Council’s (NRC) principal design and fabrication organization, supporting research and innovation. DFS supports NRC research by continuously delivering improvements to key national test facilities as well as directly through engineering, design and fabrication support to individual research portfolios, programs and projects. The position is responsible for producing designs and detailed drawings for the fabrication of experimental apparatus, mechanical instrumentation and high quality mechanical prototypes. The emphasis is on creating designs and drawings that accurately capture the design specifications and can be readily interpreted by fabrication staff. The incumbent undertakes and/or provides support to projects with intermediate level design requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma from an institute of technology (2400 Hr. Program) in mechanical engineering technology. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Recent experience creating intermediate-level conceptual designs for prototypes within a project management focused, multidisciplinary research environment (within the last five years).
• Significant experience with 3D modelling and detailed fabrication drawings according to drafting procedures and practices required in a machining, sheet metal and fabrication environment, including geometric dimensioning and tolerance (at least 3 years of experience).
• Recent experience with common and advanced manufacturing processes, such as standard machining, sheet metal, welding and rapid prototyping techniques (within the last five years).
• Knowledge of classical engineering analysis methods.
• Intermediate knowledge of the physical characteristics and selection/application of commonly used engineering materials and composites.
• Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons.

Responsibilities

• Producing designs and detailed drawings for the fabrication of experimental apparatus, mechanical instrumentation and high quality mechanical prototypes.
• Creating designs and drawings that accurately capture the design specifications and can be readily interpreted by fabrication staff.
• Undertaking and/or providing support to projects with intermediate level design requirements.
• Completing 3D CAD modelling and detailed fabrication drawings for a manufacturing environment that includes but is not limited to CNC machining and lathe work, welding, and sheet metal work.
• Organizing and managing small projects from conceptual design through to manufacturing and installation using basic project management techniques.

Benefits

• Robust pension plan
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• Office closure at the end of December
• Additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree