Equipment and Building Engineer

Employment and Social Development Canada; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural Resources Canada – CanmetMATERIALS in Hamilton, Ontario is staffing a two-year determinate engineering position. The role involves contributing to mechanical, civil and electrical engineering activities in a research and facilities context.

It includes coordinating contractors, applying engineering standards and maintaining documentation. Applicants should demonstrate relevant education and experience, knowledge of safety codes, and the ability to work under tight deadlines within an

Job description

Natural Resources Canada- Energy Efficiency and Technology Sector - CanmetMATERIALS-Hamilton

Closing date:August 26, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Selection process number
2026-RSN-EA-EETS-679273

Salary
$100,684 to $122,337

Level
EN-ENG-03

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to staff one 2-year determinate position located in Hamilton, Ontario.A pool of fully or partially qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions within Natural Resources Canada with various tenures (determinate period or indeterminate), various language requirements, various security requirements, various conditions of employment and for various locations.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willing and able to work flexible hours and overtime as required.
• Willing to work in various operational environment such as in-person, hybrid or remote scenarios.
• Willing and able to travel.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Education: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

Experience:

• 1. Experience supporting preparations of detailed procedures, specifications and process guidelines for systems and facilities.
• 2. Experience coordinating the work of contractors and consultants related to equipment or building systems.
• 3. Experience applying engineering principles, Canadian safety codes, standard and regulations, and health and safety knowledge to research equipment and facilities.

Applied / assessed at a later date

Occupational Certification: Where occupational certification is required, eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Ontario, Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position (some positions may require eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada without regard for the field of specialization).

Knowledge:

• 1. Knowledge of equipment design and maintenance principles including record keeping, coordinating with external service providers, scheduling.
• 2. Knowledge of planning, establishing and managing contracts.
• 3. Knowledge of building operations systems such as source capture exhaust systems and cooling loop systems.

Abilities:

• 1. Ability to work as part of a team.
• 2. Ability to work independently.
• 3. Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and changes in priorities.
• 4. Ability to produce high quality written documents within short time frames.
• 5. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, in English

Personal Suitability:

• 1. Effective interpersonal skills
• 2. Client service orientation
• 3. Integrity
• 4. Reliability
• 5. Thoroughness

Language requirements (essential for the job)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• 1. Project management experience as engineer responsible for purchasing, installing, commissioning, and either upgrading equipment or designing research
• 2. Experience procuring large equipment ($50-100k and over).
• 3. Experience with codes and standards related to quality control, inspections, or Quality Management Systems.
• 4. Experience managing information processes and databases; implementing document and version control.
• 5. Experience managing HVAC systems in an industrial or laboratory setting.
• 6. Experience with high-temperature off-gas/particulate matter exhaust systems and their environmental impact (permit applications).
• 7. Experience with metallurgical or metal processing facilities.
• 8. Experience representing owners in stakeholder meetings and negotiations with contractors.
• 9. Experience with Public Service and Procurement Canada process related to equipment purchases.
• 10. Experience with industrial applications.

Knowledge:

• 1. Knowledge of the principles of metal melting, refining and processing equipment.
• 2. Knowledge of digital systems for equipment management and maintenance (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.