Science Engineering Support Engineer

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Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

THIS POSITION IS IN SUFFIELD, ALBERTA, AND THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO RELOCATE TO SUFFIELD, ALBERTA, FOR THE DURATION OF THE TERM.

ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ONLINE WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff the above-mentioned position for two years in Suffield, AB. A pool of qualified candidates may be created to staff similar positions for various types of tenure (indeterminate, term, acting appointments, assignments, deployments or secondments) and various linguistic profiles in Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) and in the Department of National Defence in Suffield, AB.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in electrical or mechanical engineering or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience in conducting engineering investigations (problem definition, data collection, analysis and interpretation, reporting).
2. Experience developing and leading a project.
3. Experience leading a project or work team.
4. Experience in writing engineering evaluations or preparing engineering drawings and specifications.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET CERTIFICATION:

Technical Certification such as Construction Estimating and Instrumentation and Controls.

ASSET EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience working in a research, institutional or industrial setting.
2. Experience or knowledge in building digital control systems and industrial ventilation.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Knowledge of engineering designs and developments for electrical/mechanical equipment and systems for infrastructure.
2. Knowledge of engineering standards (codes) as related to electrical/mechanical construction and maintenance of buildings.

ABILITIES:

1. Ability to write technical reports/specifications.
2. Ability to communicate effectively orally.
3. Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
4. Ability to investigate, evaluate and/or solve technical problems.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

1. Teamwork;
2. Effective Interpersonal Relationships.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD).

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
Must be willing and able to obtain a DND 404 (military driver's license).
Must be willing and able to work occasional overtime.
Must be willing and able to wear all employee and employer supplied safety equipment (PPE).

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

THIS POSITION IS IN SUFFIELD, ALBERTA, AND THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO RELOCATE TO SUFFIELD, ALBERTA, FOR THE DURATION OF THE TERM.

In assessing candidates, assessment boards may use a variety of tools and methods including, but not limited to, reviews of past performance and accomplishments, written tests, interviews, PSC tests and reference checks. In addition, all information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.