Mechanical Engineering Technologist

TRIUMF • Vancouver, BC

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Discover TRIUMF, Canada's particle accelerator centre. We are a publicly funded, not-for-profit research lab that is a hub for discovery and innovation. Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all. TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world. This position will work primarily on the Institute of Advanced Medical Isotopes (IAMI) however it will involve a diverse scope including HVAC and nuclear ventilation systems, hydronic systems, fume hoods, hot cells as well as working with our existing building automation system (BAS) and work management systems.

Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (or related)
• 7+ years’ experience
• Designing, commissioning, and maintaining HVAC, hydronic, and critical mechanical systems
• SolidWorks, DraftSight experience
• Familiar with HVAC/BAS and DDC controls
• Professional advanced level technical knowledge and skills related to mechanical systems
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, DraftSight)
• Demonstrated experience commissioning mechanical systems
• Practical hands-on experience maintaining mechanical systems
• Experience with the design, operation, and maintenance of conventional HVAC, hydronic, compressed air, water conditioning, and other mechanical systems
• Demonstrated ability to oversee work, including the ability to select the appropriate means and methods necessary to complete complex building maintenance tasks and to continuously assess and mitigate hazards
• Experience with, and understanding of, building control systems, and PLC controls
• Proven technical documentation skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound engineering judgment, attention to detail, and prioritization
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team
• Experience with nuclear ventilation, water treatment and/or radioactive water systems is required
• A diploma in mechanical engineering technology or a similar diploma from a technical institute.
• At least 7 years of experience in a technical role after diploma, with several years working with mechanical systems.
• Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead mechanical system maintenance, commissioning and troubleshooting tasks
• Design mechanical infrastructure changes of cooling water systems, HVAC/BAS systems, and nuclear ventilation
• Maintain construction deficiency logs, requests for warranty services, and commissioning updates
• Develop preventative maintenance programs to meet regulatory and asset health requirements in collaboration with multiple stakeholders
• Lead continuous improvement projects such as equipment standardization, producing work instructions, and safety initiatives
• Develop strategies for direct digital control (DDC) systems
• Develop and review design standards for use in existing and new mechanical systems
• Turn user needs for additions/changes to systems into implementable requirements and designs

Benefits

• TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
• Excellent Employee Pension Plan
• Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Generous time away
• Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups

What This Job Offers

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