ACE Research

ACE Research & Development Technical Support Specialist

Tracking Code: req1071

Faculty/Department:  Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE)

Number of Positions:  1

Appointment Type:  Full-Time Continuing,

Hours of Work:  35 hours per week 

Salary Range:  Level 9 - Annual Hiring Salary, $72,711, with annual step progression in accordance with the .

Posting Date:  April 2, 2024

Closing Date:  May 2, 2024

Job Summary:  This position is for a licensed Industrial Electrician with expertise and experienceprimarily in facility & automation controls with knowledge in automotive systems.The position will include the assembly & testing of electrical equipment, physicalsetting up of customer properties for testing, and supporting vehicle or other relatedtest properties.
Thisposition will also include troubleshooting facility and equipment issues, reviewingapparatus for electrical safety, performing planned maintenance, unplannedmaintenance and equipment calibration.

Responsibilities & Nature of Work: 

Coordinate routine electrical shutdown & related activities
Diagnose & troubleshooting of electrical systems
Support management of electrical material, equipment and electrical lab space
Assembly of small electrical apparatus
Customer support for test objects (install/remove wind tunnel equipment and/or vehicle parts)
Procurement of material required to support projects
Support other ACE members in assembly/testing of electrical apparatus
Lead special projects where applicable
Support personnel who operate ACE test systems (wind tunnel, main fan, rolling road, dyno …)
Lead electrical reactive and preventive maintenance tasks with sub-contractors
Support facility electrical requirements for clients’ test objects
Identify opportunities for improvement to electrical facilities 

Additionalresponsibilities may include design and assembly of electrical apparatus, developinginnovative ideas, improving existing systems, creating, designing, building,mentoring students, and supporting research and development. The markets includeautomotive, architectural/civil, defense, media, human performance, humanfactors, aerospace, UAV, and other opportunities in an ever-expanding number ofmarket segments.

ACEis a multi-shift operation that include afternoons and weekends. The candidatemust be flexible and prepared to work periodic afternoon or evening shifts andirregular hours as operational needs require. There may also be occasionaltravel requirements. Facility operational hours are from 8 am to 12:00 midnightwith core day shifts from 8am to 4pm and other period shifts including 4pm-12midnight or 12 noon to 8 pm (Monday -Friday) but occasionally may includeweekends. This position requires that employees be physically present on-site.

The candidate must demonstrate professional behaviour at all times when dealing withcustomers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accuratecommunications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dressmust be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to selfor to others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving andcommunicating in a professional manner. 

Required Skills & Experience: 

5+ years experience as an Electrician Knowledge of local suppliers of Electrical material, protective equipment and related services
General knowledge of automotive parts & functionality
Strong knowledge of Programming Logic Controllers, Computers & Networking
Strong technical & mechanical aptitude
Good customer service skills and aptitude
Good communication & organizational skills
Attention to detail
Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Trustworthy self-starter that can work independently with reduced supervision
Willing and able to follow all safety policies and procedures
Willing and able to work with Engineers & Client
Possess a valid driver’s licence
Eligible for Government of Canada Controlled Goods Certification 

Required Education: 

Completion of a 3-year Post secondary college diploma Red Seal Electrician
442A Licenced Industrial
309A Construction Electrician Designation (optional)

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until May 2, 2024 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

OntarioTech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenizationand decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualifiedcandidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations,Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons,persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however,Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Indigenous Peoples in Canada will begiven priority. 

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contact , Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s .

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location:  Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date:  4/28/2024

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