Job Category: Technical - Science & HealthJob Description:This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, including the School of Mining and Petroleum Engineering (CEE+MP), aims to maintain its position among the top schools in North America. With a present complement of almost 70 faculty members, research in the Department is vigorous and covers all major areas of Civil, Environmental, Mining, and Petroleum Engineering. Our graduate program attracts outstanding students from the best schools worldwide and presently has an enrollment of over 500 students, including approximately 200 PhD students. The undergraduate programs in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Mining Engineering, and Petroleum Engineering enroll close to 1000 students.Reporting to the CEE+MP Technical Services Manager (TSM), this role provides technical support for undergraduate Engineering labs, and support for all aspects of research and commercial testing activities in the Department. An extensive knowledge of instrumentation is required to succeed in this role. Supported teaching/research areas may vary but could include Petroleum, Mining, Structural, Construction, Geotechnical, and Environmental Engineering.This role requires an individual who craves knowledge and needs to be continually challenged. More specifically, the successful candidate will be required to train from researchers, from other technicians, from outside organizations, and independently to develop the skills required to support assigned projects/labs.While supporting any of the above activities, safety will be prioritized above all else. All technicians working for the Faculty of Engineering have a duty to operate in a safe manner and to always be on the lookout for unsafe practices that can be corrected.Responsibilities:
Complex custom test setup design, setup, instrumentation, data acquisition. Correspond with external manufacturing services as necessary for any custom equipment required.
Setup, maintenance, repair, and replacement of research/teaching equipment, as well as the purchasing of any associated parts or consumables using U of A purchasing systems.
Work with instructors/techs/TSM to develop an understanding of concepts involved, continually improve the quality of student labs, and train TAs as they change from semester to semester.
Train for and safely operate a large variety of equipment as dictated by assigned responsibilities, including (but not limited to) permeability testing units, coring machines, machine tools, a variety of test frames, concrete batch plant, cranes, forklift, etc.
Contribute to department safety and compliance by actively participating in the Faculty's safety culture and maintaining any necessary documentation pertaining to teaching, research, or commercial activities that are overseen in this role.
Other duties as required, such as specialized training, waste disposal using university systems, student project group support, participation in outreach activities (e.g. open houses), etc.
Qualifications:Education & Compliance
Technical Diploma: Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, or a closely related field.
Driving Requirements: Valid Alberta Class 5 (non-GDL) driver's license. Must be able to provide a 3-year driver's abstract with no more than 6 demerits and/or 2 moving violations within the last 24 months.
Professional Experience
Instrumentation: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in a multi-disciplinary environment. You must demonstrate a knowledge of a variety of sensors for complex data acquisition (DAQ) tasks.
Project Diversity: Proven experience adapting measurement strategies to projects or industrial testing scenarios.
Core Technical Competencies (Mandatory)
Sensor Proficiency: Demonstrated experience with various transducers (e.g., strain gauges, pressure transducers, LVDTs, thermocouples, or accelerometers).
Mechanical Aptitude: Strong ability to build, "rig," and troubleshoot physical test setups.
Data Integrity: High level of accuracy and attention to detail regarding signal quality and calibration.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to consult with a diverse population of students and researchers.
IT Literacy: Proficiency with computer hardware, OS installation, and software-side troubleshooting.
Proficiency in CAD software for designing custom test fixtures.
Experience with TIG, MIG, and Stick welding, as well as plasma and oxy-acetylene cutting.
Application InstructionsClick "Apply Now" to submit your resume and cover letter in one PDF file. In your cover letter, please address the following:
Technical Challenge: Briefly describe one specific instrumentation or DAQ challenge you have encountered and solved.
Cultural Competency: Why are you well-suited to work with individuals from a variety of cultural and academic backgrounds?
Continuous Learning: Provide an example of how you have independently developed a new technical skill to handle a challenging project.
This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).This position offers a .About Us:The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms-physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.About the Team: The is one of North America's top engineering schools, known for innovation, collaboration, and impact. It fosters an exceptional student experience through a holistic approach that combines technical excellence with emotional intelligence. With strong community engagement, interdisciplinary research, and a commitment to societal well-being, the faculty prepares students to lead in a rapidly evolving, global engineering landscape.
