Analytical, Instrumentation and Calibration Technologist - EG03

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Duties

Under general supervision works in a team, Engineering Services Group, to provide analytical instrumentation and calibration support to clients – research scientists, research engineers, technicians/technologists, managers or external contractors on projects funded by government departments, cost-recovery or external stakeholders.

Prepare laboratory apparatus (including flow monitoring and control devices) used in scientific projects and for industrial applications in a research laboratory equipped with air and fuel handling facilities.

Specify, procure and prepare scientific, analytical and control instrumentation in a research laboratory, including computer programming as may be required for data collection control and analysis.

Fabricate, assemble, install, repair and operate apparatus and equipment using a range of tools, equipment and standard.

Install and calibrate a variety of process control systems such as data acquisition systems, process controllers, timers, counters, temperature/pressure transmitters, flow controllers and gas analyzers.

Work environment

CanmetENERGY is Canada’s leading research and technology organization in the field of clean energy. Its expertise, projects and unique facilities are driving solutions for cleaner production and use of energy resources. CanmetENERGY-Ottawa engages in research and development in the areas of energy efficiency, clean fossil fuels and renewable and alternative energy sources, in the transition to a low-carbon future. Our goal is to ensure that Canada is at the leading edge of clean energy technology development and greenhouse gas reduction. We are one of four national laboratories under the Minister of Natural Resources Canada dedicated to research, development and deployment of energy science and technology solutions for Canada.

CanmetENERGY-Ottawa’s mission supports the Minister’s mandate by leading the development of energy S&T solutions for the environmental and economic benefit of Canadians. We foster a broad range of successful research partnerships with manufacturers, academia, planners, builders, and all levels of government, by working collaboratively to identify, test and innovate products and processes beneficial to the lives of Canadians.

At CanmetENERGY-Ottawa, we strive for organizational excellence and demonstrate this commitment through our Gold Level Certification in the Organizational Excellence Standard provided by Excellence Canada. CanmetENERGY-Ottawa also supports its employees in achieving a work-life balance that allows them to continue to be successful in their careers while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In 2021, CanmetENERGY Ottawa was named a Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month® Great Employer by Excellence Canada and Canada Life, for the third year in a row (2019 & 2020 & 2021)!
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This position is located at the Bells Corners Complex, situated within Ottawa’s Greenbelt, yet close to restaurants and shopping within the area of Bells Corners. Situated between Nepean and Kanata, we are close to the Bayshore bus station as well as the Eagleson/Terry Fox Park and Ride with bus access to the Complex. This location also features trails and walking paths as well as workplace wellness programs including running, fitness and mental health initiatives to boost employee morale and work/life balance.

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Everyone is welcome! Natural Resources Canada is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce with a diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds that represents Canada now and in the future.

We are passionate about fostering a workplace where all people feel welcome, can reach their full potential and contribute their unique perspectives and experience to the success of the team.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one indeterminate position.

A pool of candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions at the same group and level within Natural Resources Canada with various tenures (determinate period or permanent), various language requirements (English Essential, French Essential, English or French Essential, or Bilingual), and profile(s) (BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC, CCC/CCC, etc.), various security requirements (Reliability status or Secret clearance).

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)

Successful Completion of post-secondary education in Electronics Engineering Technologist/Technician, Instrumentation and control Engineering, Automation and Robotics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology or another field related to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

• Experience in purchasing, repairing, maintenance, calibration, and commissioning of analytical, electronic or control equipment used in various applications.

• Experience in setting up and operating specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies or systems.

• Experience in using various hand and power tools to calibrate and align system components.

• Experience in maintaining maintenances or repairs records using a commercial software database (MS-Excel, Fiix, or similar packages).

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

• Knowledge of temperature, pressure, level and flow measurement in analytical applications
• Knowledge of a variety of electronics test and measurement equipment and tools such as multi-meters, dilution systems, calibrators, and/or HART Protocol
• Knowledge of electronic components used in sensors, control and monitoring systems
• Knowledge of calibration procedures and techniques for analytical equipment
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety procedures and guidelines

• Ability to read process and instrumentation diagrams, control schematics and electrical drawings
• Ability to plan, organize and manage priorities
• Ability to provide technical input for project planning including time and cost estimates, material and equipment requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing

• Effective interpersonal relationships
• Initiative
• Judgment
• Team player

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

• Experience in working with scientists, engineers and technicians.

• Ability to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples or women could be considered in priority.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status 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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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