Mechanical Technician - Automation (week-end or evening shift)

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We’re on the search for a Mechanical Technician on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

Role: 

Working in the Process and Automation group, the mechanical technician will be involved in setting up automatic stations for assemblers. He/she will provide technical support on the floor for existing systems and their debugging. They will also work closely with automation engineers to implement new systems.

Responsibility/Tasks:

• Assemble or modify test models and experimental setups from specific instructions or under the supervision of senior technical personnel.
• Perform a variety of tasks including installation, repair, testing and maintenance of equipment, subsystems and systems.
• Participate in testing under the supervision of senior technical personnel.
• Record results of tests or experiments.
• Read and interpret technical drawings
• Assist higher level personnel with other tasks.
• Perform periodic maintenance on equipment.
• Participate in the preparation of time and cost estimates
• Research and recommend parts or components for special tests and test fixtures.
• Participate in the programming and start-up of automated equipment sequences using the software provided.
• Perform work in accordance with internal procedures and in compliance with our health and safety rules.
• Perform other related tasks.

 

 Minimum qualifications required:

• College diploma or equivalent diploma in mechanical, aeronautical engineering or related field based on assignment.
• A combination of other experiences/education that is relevant can be considered.
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Fluency in spoken and written French. Knowledge of English is an asset.
• Knowledge and experience, based on assignment.

Schedule:

• Training day schedule (Monday to Friday 7:00 to 3:00pm)
• Evening (Monday to Friday 3:00 to 11:00pm with possibility of doing schedule of 4 days on 5)
• Week-end (Friday to Sunday 7:00 to 6:30pm).

 

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Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

Benefits statement:

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal opportunity statement:

MDA Ltd. is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process.  Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.