Mechanical Engineering Technician

Work setting

• Office

Responsibilities

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
• Ensure that safety standards and departmental policies are met

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Eligible for certification by a provincial or territorial association

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• 3D graphic software
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Inventor
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Project
• MS Word

Area of work experience

• Finite element analysis (FEA)
• Research and development

Area of specialization

• Power distribution and transmission lines
• Drafting

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits