Electronics / Instrumentation Technologist
Electronics / Instrumentation Technologist
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Our mission is to serve as Canadas particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate inspire and educate creating knowledge and opportunity for all.
TRIUMFs diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers engineers technicians tradespeople staff and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.
Our Safety Systems Group (SSG) situated within our Environmental Health and Safety Department (EH&S) is responsible for the maintenance repair and calibration of a wide variety of different types of radiation monitors and laboratory detectors and for the specification design implementation and maintenance of TRIUMFs Radiation Safety Systems which protect personnel from radiation due to accelerator support of these activities we are currently accepting applications for an intermediate level Electronics / Instrumentation this role you will participate in routine electronics maintenance and repair; inspect install test and calibrate radiation monitoring equipment; and perform some mechanical maintenance and installation. Specifc responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Participates in constructing testing installing and maintaining electronic and mechanical devices and interfaces associated with radiation monitoring including air monitors
- Repairing and maintaining radiation monitoring and nuclear electronic equipment including Gate and Portal monitors
- Collecting and calibrating portable radiation and contamination monitoring equipment
- Collaborating with other EH&S members in the evaluation and maintenance of hardware and software for gamma spectroscopy counting systems
- Collaborating with other SSG members in the specification and design of new radiation detectors and calibration of fixed radiation monitors
- Potential collaborating with other SSG members in some PLC design projects and software development
You will also be required to successfully complete the TRIUMF in-house radiation safety training course and be designated as a TRIUMF Nuclear Energy Worker.
Knowledge and skills:
As our ideal candidate you have general knowledge of electronics instrumentation controls and electrical systems and have experience in analog and digital electronics. You are a team player who excels in a collaborative environment. Your other qualifications include:
- Electronic servicing skills and experience using electronic shop tools and instrumentation (soldering stations power supplies oscilloscopes etc.)
- Experience reading and creating electrical schematic diagrams for the purpose of maintaining troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment and systems
- Hands on mechanical servicing skills such as re-building air pumps and other system repairs
- Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite of products
Knowledge of radiation protection dose limits and radiation detector instrumentation and AutoCad/Solidworks would be a definite asset to your application but at a minimum a strong desire and aptitude to learn these skills is required.
Though not a requirement for the position knowledge of PLC design installation and software development would be a definite asset to your application.
Minimum qualifications:
A diploma in Electronics or Robotics Technology and at least 1 year of relevant work experience after graduation or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).
Salary: $59925 per annum plus our comprehensive benefits
Position type:
PermanentHours per week:
37.5Total Rewards
At TRIUMF we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility where you can make a difference.
Benefits Information:
- TRIUMF paid dental extended health vision care emergency travel assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life Insurance and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
- Excellent Employee Pension Plan
- Disability benefits and optional additional Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Generous time away
- Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups
Application closing date:
August 28 2025Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.
Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF.
Equity diversity and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages supports and celebrates the voices of our employees students partners and the people and communities we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalised on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Contact information:
Email:
Phone: 604.222.1047
Fax: 604.222.3791
4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver BC - V6T 2A3
TRIUMF is located on the traditional ancestral and unceded territory of the xwmkwym (Musqueam) People who for millennia have passed on their culture history and traditions from one generation to the next on this site.
Employment Type
Full-Time
