mechanical engineering technologist

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Work site environment

• Confined spaces
• Noisy
• Hot

Tasks

• Assist in inspection of mechanical installations and construction projects
• Assist in preparing design, drawings and specifications
• Carry out a limited range of mechanical tests and analyses of machines, components and materials
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• Estimate costs and materials
• Prepare and interpret engineering design, drawings and specifications
• Supervise maintenance programs or operation of mechanical plants
• Supervise, monitor and inspect mechanical installations and construction projects
• Test machines and equipment

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Project
• MS Word
• SolidWorks software

Area of specialization

• Machinery and components
• Moulds, tools, dies, jigs and fixtures

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation / travel information

• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Equipment

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Weekend

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits