Engineering Technician

About the role

The Engineering Technician collaborates with researchers, students and staff to design, fabricate, modify, maintain and repair specialized research and teaching equipment, instrumentation and mechanical or electromechanical systems at UBC's Vancouver campus.

Key responsibilities

• Translate user needs into technical requirements, recommend designs and manufacturing techniques, and fabricate components using workshop tools.
• Provide technical support for shared laboratory facilities, including machine shop, rock cutting and crushing rooms, covering maintenance, repair, user training and documentation.
• Operate machine shop equipment (lathes, mills, drills, grinders, saws) and work with metal, plastic, wood and other materials.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting and repairs on equipment and maintain accurate records.
• Instruct faculty, staff and students on safe use of equipment and maintain a safe, organized work environment.

Required profile

• Graduation from a technical college, institute or recognized apprenticeship with at least five years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and willingness to respect diverse perspectives.

Required skills

• CNC systems
• 3D printing
• Electronic instrumentation
• CAD software
• Metal fabrication and welding
• Machining and tool operation
• Troubleshooting of mechanical/electromechanical systems
• Basic knowledge of circuitry and electronics