Mechanical Technician

at  Westport Fuel Systems

We are looking for a mechanical technician who has an interest in working in an automotive engine development test environment. You will be working as a part of our Test Services team

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from an accredited trade program such as plumbing or gas fitting
• 5-7 years of relevant prior experience
• Red seal certified or in-progress in gas installations or plumbing is preferred
• Experience in transportation, High Pressure CNG lines or mechanical systems an asset
• Experience with Hydrogen systems an asset
• Knowledge of Swagelok, MPI or Cone & Thread tubing systems and asset
• Shop skills using hand and powered tools to assemble pipe and tubing, fabricate, form and weld steel, stainless steel and aluminum an asset
• Aptitude for diagnosing and repairing problems in fluid systems
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors in all conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50kgs
• Clean driving license
• Effective interpersonal Skills
• Strong computer skills are required: MS Office

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preventative maintenance of engine dynamometer and test rig support equipment such as natural gas and air compressors, gas equipment, cooling towers, diesel and hydraulic systems, intake and exhaust system
• Building rigs in shop and commissioning and supporting their operation
• Building and maintaining all aspects of engine test cells
• Maintaining preventative maintenance logs and data base, records keeping
• Maintaining shop supplies, tools, materials related to test rig and engine operations
• Operation of fork lift and company truck
• Demonstrable shop skills in pipe and tube fitting, welding and fabrication of steel and aluminum, use of powered workshop tools in a safe and efficient manner
• A commitment to safety and excellence in work and organizational habits
• Ability to travel to customer sites world wide if so required

HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote Westport’s H&S following all Environmental, H&S policies and procedures and understanding your obligations and responsibilities
• Report unsafe conditions, behaviors, and all accidents
• Co-operate with JHSC (Joint Health & Safety Committee) and Safety representative