Mechanical Engineering Technologist

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Think you have these?

• Mechanical wiz:
  Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (or related) with 7+ years’ experience
• Hands‑on pro:
  Designing, commissioning, and maintaining HVAC, hydronic, and critical mechanical systems
• CAD expert:
  Solid Works, Draft Sight experience
• Tech‑savvy:
  Familiar with HVAC/BAS and DDC controls, keeping complex systems running smoothly

Does this sound like you? Apply now and join our team!

More detailed information about this position follows.

Salary: $82,535.00 per year plus our comprehensive benefits plan

Working hours:

37.5/week

Position type:
Permanent Full‑time position

As a Mechanical Engineering Technologist you will function at an expert level and apply your knowledge, skill and experience to the design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance of various mechanical systems. This position will work primarily on the Institute of Advanced Medical Isotopes (IAMI) however it will involve a diverse scope including HVAC and nuclear ventilation systems, hydronic systems, fume hoods, hot cells as well as working with our existing building automation system (BAS) and work management systems.

• Coordinate and lead mechanical system maintenance, commissioning and troubleshooting tasks
• Design mechanical infrastructure changes of cooling water systems, HVAC/BAS systems, and nuclear ventilation
• Maintain construction deficiency logs, requests for warranty services, and commissioning updates
• Develop preventative maintenance programs to meet regulatory and asset health requirements in collaboration with multiple stakeholders
• Lead continuous improvement projects such as equipment standardization, producing work instructions, and safety initiatives
• Develop strategies for direct digital control (DDC) systems
• Develop and review design standards for use in existing and new mechanical systems
• Turn user needs for additions/changes to systems into implementable requirements and designs

The position has no reports but will review work from other technical staff in the group and will be expected to oversee external contractors and technicians, as well as provide guidance, training and mentorship to other members in the group.

• Professional advanced level technical knowledge and skills related to mechanical systems
• Experience with CAD software (Solid Works, Draft Sight)
• Demonstrated experience commissioning mechanical systems
• Practical hands‑on experience maintaining mechanical systems
• Experience with the design, operation, and maintenance of conventional HVAC, hydronic, compressed air, water conditioning, and other mechanical systems
• Demonstrated ability to oversee work, including the ability to select the appropriate means and methods necessary to complete complex building maintenance tasks and to continuously assess and mitigate hazards
• Experience with, and understanding of, building control systems, and PLC controls
• Proven technical documentation skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills, sound engineering judgment, attention to detail, and prioritization
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team
• Experience with nuclear ventilation, water treatment and/or radioactive water systems is required

The position requires the incumbent to be trained and designated as a TRIUMF Nuclear Energy Worker. Training…