Department

Engineering

Reports to:

Engineering Manager

Location

Ottawa office

SGL is hiring a Mechanical and Composites expert at the company's headquarters in Ottawa for a six-month period with possible extension and/or permanent employment. The Mechanical Manufacturing and Composite Material Specialist will use their advanced experience and excellent communication skills to oversee and train other technicians in composite work.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to assigned technicians/fabricators in the field of composite structures fabrication;
• Provide feedback on conceptual designs;
• Devise, implement, and oversee tests required to demonstrate compliance with design standards and generation/feedback of applicable drawings and reports;
• Manage Work Orders for any parts requiring certification compliance within the Aircraft Maintenance department;
• Direct, organize, and monitor the work of technicians/fabricators in addition to setting priorities on the work assigned;
• Provide status reports on projects to the Aircraft Maintenance department and aeronautical engineer(s), as required;
• Understand, comply with, and promote all company safety precautions and policies, including reporting hazards and incidents encountered during daily operations;
• Attend and complete training courses and/or company examinations, as required;
• Maintain a high level of technical and operational knowledge through direct engagement with colleagues and personal development;
• Maintain good records and documentation of all designs, reports, and tests as well as, resulting certification data and correspondence with regulatory authorities;
• Maintain project schedules and design goals; and
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure completion of projects within deadlines.

Qualifications and Experience

• Postsecondary education in a related field;
• Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in composite manufacturing and assemblies;
• Specific composite experience with wet layups;
• Valid welding certification is an asset;
• Structures AME licence is an asset;
• Familiarity with CAD principles and techniques for technical drawings;
• Experience with geophysical survey equipment is an asset;
• Demonstrated project management and organization experience as required to direct fabricators and/or technicians in related projects;
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills;
• Ability to train and mentor;
• Demonstrated ability to liaise with various stakeholders such as, suppliers, vendors, aircraft certification authorities, and other employees;
• Excellent report writing skills; and
• Ability to establish priorities and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

SGL is committed to promoting employee wellness and successful work-life balance. Employee benefits include (but are not limited to):

• Comprehensive benefits coverage including health, dental, vision, and paramedical;
• Life insurance;
• Devise, implement, and oversee tests required to demonstrate compliance with design standards and generation/feedback of applicable drawings and reports;
• Paid vacation, personal leave, and medical leave;
• On-site gym; and
• On-site parking.

Interested applicants should forward their resume to careers@sgl.com. Please include the position title in the subject line of your email. Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Sander Geophysics is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations, including this posting in an alternate format, are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, contact Human Resources at careers@sgl.com prior to your interview.