Technical Officer, Battery Laboratory Technician

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. 

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa 
Organizational Unit: Energy, Mining and Environment 
Classification: TO-4 
Tenure: Two (2) year term  
Language Requirements: English

Note: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

Great Minds. One Goal. Canada's Success.

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada’s largest research and technology organization. 

We are looking for a Battery Lab Technician  to support our Energy, Mining and Environment (EME)  Research Centre. The Battery Lab Technician would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.  

The Battery Lab Technician provides technical expertise on experimental test methods to ensure that project objectives are met in a timely manner. He/She plans and conducts test, collects and compiles data, prepares and installs lab equipment based on specifications. The technician is also responsible for the coordination of lab resources and the maintenance of electronic equipments.

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

College diploma in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technician. 

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

• Significant* experience using electronic test and measurement equipment. 
• Significant* experience diagnosing electrical equipment issues and performing calibration/repairs. 
• Basic experience designing, instrumenting and conducting experimental tests.  

*Significant experience means at least five (5) years. 

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Secret (II)
• Must be able to travel. 
• Must be able to work in environments where chemical and oil mists are common.

English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Expert knowledge of electrical principles and power electronics. 
• Basic knowledge of electrical codes/regulations. 
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office products and operating systems. 
• Solid hands-on mechanical skills.
• Working knowledge of machine shop tool usage, forklift. 

Assets :

• Basic knowledge of control systems. 
• Basic knowledge of electrochemistry.
• Basic experience with advanced software programing tools, such as LabView, VB or Arduino. 
• Experience with extracting, disassembly, assembly and installation of lithium-ion batteries.

• Research Technician/Technologist - Results orientation (Level 2)
• Research Technician/Technologist - Initiative (Level 2)
• Research Technician/Technologist - Communication (Level 2)
• Research Technician/Technologist - Client focus (Level 2)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Research Technician/Technologist

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From $73,744 to $94,839 per annum. 

NRC employees enjoy a wide range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year. 

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you.  Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season.  We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. 

Help us solve problems for Canada. Grow your career with us today!

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Candidates may use their cover letter to demonstrate how they meet the education and experience factors listed on the poster.
• Occasional national and international travel may be required.
• Overtime will sometimes be required.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (21077) to:
E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone: 343-551-8349 
Closing Date: 4 March 2024 - 11:59 Eastern Time
 
 
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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.