Mechanical Technologist, Engine Test Facility Operations Specialist

1 week ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada National Research Council Canada Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Technologist to join our team at the National Research Council Canada. As a Mechanical Technologist, Engine Test Facility Operations Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting the operation of our gas turbine test facilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate and maintain test equipment and facilities, including data acquisition and control systems, and computers.
  • Work with project managers and designers to ensure successful test preparation and execution, including equipment selection and modification, and test instruction development.
  • Perform fabrication of test apparatus and experimental rigs.
  • Troubleshoot test facilities and equipment.
  • Plan and conduct routine maintenance and repair.
  • Specify and complete purchases.
Requirements
  • College diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Aircraft Technology program or related field, or equivalent combination of work-related experience, training, and education.
  • Significant experience with the safe operation and maintenance of facilities and equipment in a test facility, laboratory, or plant environment, preferably with gas turbines or at industrial scale.
  • Significant experience with safe operation of hand and power tools and/or material handling equipment.
Assets
  • Aviation or gas turbine operation experience, whether test, civilian operations, or military.
  • Experience in design and using CAD software packages.
  • Experience with machine shop tools and wood shop tools.
  • Experience working with and supervising outside contractors to perform work.
  • Experience in coordinating maintenance.
  • Experience with electric/pneumatic valves and electronics.
  • Experience assembling industrial equipment.
  • Experience working at heights and the use of related equipment.
  • Experience with fork lift.
  • Experience with overhead cranes.
  • Experience with methods and techniques related to preparing for, conducting, documenting, and analyzing experiments/tests.
Language Requirements

English

Assessment Criteria
  • Ability to logically analyze and discuss technical issues, troubleshoot, and solve problems relating to gas turbine test facilities.
  • Ability to assemble and disassemble mechanical installations, including tool use.
  • Basic knowledge of fundamentals of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, process diagrams, and instrumentation diagrams.
  • Knowledge of basic safety considerations relevant to a gas turbine test cell.
  • Ability to write technical documents such as safety protocols, operating procedures, or test reports.
Competency Profile

Research Technician/Technologist

Compensation

$58,445 to $80,040 per annum

The NRC Advantage

The National Research Council Canada is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge, and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities, and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you. Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.



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