Various Engineering and Scientific Support Technologists

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

📢 How does this work?

✅ Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team? Let us know you’re interested! Click “Apply Online”

✅ Step 2: Tell us about yourself! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.

✅ Step 3: We will carefully review all of your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.

The first applications could be collected from the inventory as early as 26 February 2024. Apply before this date to be considered for our immediate vacancies.

Work environment

Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND's role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada’s mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security and stability efforts.

What do we offer?

🍁At DND, we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn and progress in their careers and to have job satisfaction in the long term. You’ll enjoy:

✅ A career among a dynamic and dedicated team
✅ Opportunities for advancement
✅ A diverse, respectful and inclusive work environment
✅ A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health & dental benefits, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements

Intent of the process

There are immediate needs for the following positions within the following organizations/locations:

Metrology and Imagery Technologists within Assistant Deputy Minister (Materiel) in Valcartier, QC

Mechanical Engineering Technologist and Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst within Assistant Deputy Minister (Infrastructure and Environment) in Petawawa,ON

This inventory may be used to staff various positions with various tenures, locations, language or security requirements within DND.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education:
- A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1)

Note:
1. The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:
o A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
o An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

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

Various language requirements
-English Essential;
-French Essential;
-Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB;

Information on language requirements

Competencies:

C1 - Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2 - Thinking things through
C3 - Working effectively with others
C4 - Showing initiative and being action-oriented
C5 – Communication

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

Education:

AE1 - Diploma of college studies (DSC) in electrical engineering technology, engineering physics technology, mechanical or civil engineering.

AE2 - Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in an engineering technologist or technician program.

AE3 - Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution specializing in relevant* engineering technology or applied science or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
*Relevant technical fields include Computer Aided Design (CAD), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), electrical, building controls/automation systems, mechanical, architectural or civil technical/technology fields.

Degree equivalency

Occupational Certification:

AOC1 - Possession of valid certificates of qualification issued by the province/ territory OR inter-provincial red seal certificate of qualification from one of the following skilled trades.
•General Carpenter
• Electrician – All types less Domestic and Rural
• Refrigeration and Air conditioning Systems Mechanic
• Plumber
• Powerline Technician
• Steamfitter / Pipefitter
• Sheet Metal Worker
• Industrial Electrician
• Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer
• Construction Millwright
• Gas and Oil Technician (equivalent to TSSA G1)
• Petroleum Mechanic
• Operating Engineer (equivalent to TSSA 2nd Class or higher)
• Instrumentation and Controls Technician
• Water Treatment and Distribution Systems

AOC2- Military qualification in construction engineering (Minimum QL 6A or DP-3B).

AOC3 - Possession of one or more of the following certifications:
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Facilities Management Professional (FMP)
• Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.)
• Certified Engineering Technician (C. Tech)
• Certified Energy Manager (C.E.M.)

Experience:

AEX1 - Experience in the use, maintenance and calibration of instruments or electronic components used in automation and control systems or measurement systems.

AEX2 - Experience in the preparation of scopes of work OR technical specifications OR cost estimates or computer aided drawings for projects.

AEX3 - Experience in the use of Microsoft 365 package and any work management software.

AEX4 - Experience in the installation and configuration of measurement systems.

AEX5 - Experience in installing and configuring high-speed video cameras.

AEX6 - Experience in the collection and processing digital signals.

AEX7 - Experience in running experimental trials.

AEX8 - Experience in configuring network equipment using the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol communication protocol.

AEX9 - Experience in the use of Doppler Radar (CW).

AEX10 - Experience using a programming language such as C++, Labview, VBA, etc.

AEX11 - Experience in scheduling works.

AEX12 - Experience as an Electrical or Electronics Technologist in either a Municipal Engineering Environment or within an Engineering Firm contributing to projects supporting one or more of the following:
• building electrical systems (including lighting controls);
• electrical distribution system performance AND operations (power quality and harmonic analysis)
• fault and arc flash analysis and reviewing AND evaluating protection settings for Low and Medium Voltage distribution systems;
• security AND safety related electronic systems (CCTV, Fire Alarms, Intrusion Alarms, Access Control).

AEX13 - Experience as an Architectural or Civil or Structural Technologist in either a Municipal Engineering Environment or within an Engineering Firm contributing to projects supporting one or more of the following:
• building structural systems (building envelope and structural supports);
• building architectural systems (interior renovations);
• evaluating civil OR municipal system performance AND operations (sanitary systems or water distribution systems or road AND pavement conditions).

AEX14 - Experience as a Mechanical or HVAC or Building Controls AND Automation or Instrumentation Technologist in either a Municipal Engineering Environment or within an Engineering Firm contributing to projects supporting one or more of the following:
• building mechanical systems (heating, ventilation, cooling, plumbing and building mechanical equipment);
• building automations systems (building controls and instrumentation);
• evaluating facility related mechanical system performance AND operations.

AEX15 - Experience in creating, maintaining, and editing GIS data using ArcGIS software including ArcView and ArcEditor.

AEX16 - Experience gathering, analyzing, interpreting geospatial data and using geospatial information for applications in natural resources and land use planning.

AEX17– Experience using National Master Specifications and preparing scopes of work and estimates.

AEX18– Experience with AutoCAD software and DND CAD Standards.

AEX19– Experience with Building Information Models (BIM) and DND BIM Standards.

AEX20– Experience with 3D CAD design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit Structure, 3D BIM models, or InfraWorks.

AEX21– Experience planning, coordinating or carrying out the technical aspects required for: (a) data acquisition; (b) analysis or processing; and (c) representation projects using advanced photogrammetric hardware and software.

AEX22– Experience working in the Federal Public Service or in the Department of National Defence or in Defence Construction Canada.

AEX23- Experience in creating, maintaining, and editing GIS data, and geographic databases.

AEX24– Experience in using survey equipment, interpreting results and uploading survey information to create site plans or update existing digital records/drawings.

Organizational Needs:

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

Information on employment equity

The Department of National Defence is committed to providing an environment where justice, fairness and the elimination of barriers helps build a skilled, diverse and representative workforce reflective of Canada. We welcome diversity in all its forms, promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply. Please note that preference for hiring will first be given to candidates who are members of the above mentioned designated groups.

In support of Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE) initiative #24, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of CAF members.

As a result of the reduction of training activities at British Army Training Unit Suffield (BATUS), the Department of National Defence is committed to providing access to other work opportunities for BATUS employees. Employees of UIC 7777 – BATUS may be appointed or deployed to positions for which they are qualified ahead of other candidates.

As a result of the relocation of a work unit at Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment (AETE) in 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta, the Department of National Defence is committed to providing access to other work opportunities for AETE- 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta employees. Employees of UIC 2671 – AETE- 4 Wing Cold Lake may be appointed or deployed to positions for which they are qualified ahead of other candidates.

Operational Requirements

Additional operational requirements may be required relevant to the position being staffed. Candidates may be contacted and asked to submit information or to be further assessed.

OR1 - Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Defence driver’s license (DND 404).

Conditions of employment

Various security requirements (Reliability, Secret, Top Secret)

Additional conditions of employment may be required relevant to the position being staffed. Candidates may be contacted and asked to submit information to confirm conditions of employment. They may include:
Must be able to travel and work at various sites and under various conditions.
Must be able to work at heights and in enclosed spaces.
Must comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures including wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must have valid, unrestricted provincial or territorial driver’s licence.

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

1. Persons are entitled to participate in the official language of their choice. Please indicate your preference in your application profile.

2. All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

3. Assessment: You may be assessed using one or more of the following tools: your application, an interview, self-assessment, performance appraisal, reference checks, interactions with internal staff during the process or personal knowledge.

4. Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
a) Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team or specific duties of the ;
b) Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;
c) Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications;
d) Organizational needs, including Employment Equity.

5. Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications.

6. Top down selection may be used during any stage of the selection process.

7. Applicants who apply to this inventory must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

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.