Engineering Services Support

ALS Canada Ltd.; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical, dental and vision

Retirement plan with company match

Education or training support after 9+

Additional vacation days

Job summary

ALS Geochemistry in North Vancouver is seeking an Engineering Services Support technician for CAD drafting, BOM creation, and document control within the Instrumentation Maintenance and Innovations team. You will update layouts, review equipment specs, and prepare data-driven reports while following ALS procedures and safety policies.

The role requires 2–5 years drafting experience, strong AutoCAD skills, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Technical college degree or diploma in a related field is required.
• 2–5 years drafting or supporting engineering teams experience.
• Excellent AutoCAD knowledge and ability to read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Cad drafting and drawing updates on existing layouts.
• Maintain engineering documentation and standards.
• Create bills of materials (BOMs) and supporting calculations.
• Review equipment specifications and data; prepare spreadsheets.
• On-site measurements and equipment reviews; assist with ECR/ECO,

Skills

AutoCAD

Engineering systems aptitude

Reading technical manuals

Analytical skills

English communication

Hand & power tools

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Safety oriented

Education

Technical college degree

Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Engineering Design Technology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Location: ALS Geochemistry, North Vancouver Reports to: Instrumentation Manager Job Type: Full Time, 12-month fixed-term contract

ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care - for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network.

About the Position

Working as part of Instrumentation Maintenance and Innovations team, the Engineering Services Support technician is responsible for drafting existing and new layout, detailing building and equipment systems arrangements and creating associated lists, bills of material (BOMs), calculation, reports, and other supporting documents. The successful candidate will utilize correct methods, procedures and manuals while adhering to safe practices in full compliance with the ALS policy and procedures.

Specific Responsibilities

• CAD drafting and drawing updates;
• Architectural, Mechanical and general technical drafting;
• Maintaining engineering documentation and standards;
• Creating bills of materials (BOMs);
• Reviewing specification speeches of equipment and devices;
• Preparing spread sheets with calculations and data;
• Specifying design requirements based on data;
• Hands on site and equipment reviews (measurements, orientation, documentation);
• Surveys and documentarian of existing layouts and systems;
• Managing revision control;
• Supporting engineering change requests (ECR/ECO);
• Maintaining document repositories;
• Assisting with equipment documentation and manuals;
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring quality;
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
• Other duties as assigned;

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent AutoCAD knowledge and skills;
• An aptitude for building and engineering systems;
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics;
• Excellent technical and analytical skills required;
• Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal;
• Ability to use small hand and power tools;
• Experience using measuring tools for dimensions and environmental properties;
• Proficient in computer skills including MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook;
• Safety oriented;

Required Qualifications

• Technical college degree;
• Or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Engineering Design Technology;
• 2-5 years of experience drafting or supporting engineering teams;

Physical Demands

• Wear issued personal protective equipment (PPE) such as dust masks, gloves, etc., when required;
• Ability to stand for a full shift;
• Ability to use ladder;
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds;

Our Benefits Include:

• An estimated hourly pay range of $29.00 - $35.00 CAD at the time of posting.
• Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.