This competition is open to all applicants however; internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.
Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.
Engineering Technical Services (ETS) is a dynamic team dedicated to advancing research and education within the Faculty of Engineering. We collaborate with faculty and students to design, manufacture, and support innovative experimental devices and laboratory equipment.
Our multidisciplinary team brings together a wealth of expertise from Machinists, Electrical Technicians, Material Testing Specialists, Engineers, Millwrights, Carpenters, and Plastics Specialists.
We directly support research initiatives and undergraduate courses by maintaining and upgrading lab equipment, designing and manufacturing custom apparatus, and providing hands‑on training and supervision to students.
Reporting to the Technical Services Supervisor, the Design Engineer is responsible for working with Researchers and students to assist in developing designs and drawing packages for manufacture in support of research and teaching activities in the Faculty of Engineering. The successful candidate should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related field and should have a breadth of experience in drafting, design, and manufacturing.
The Design Engineer will be primarily responsible for research support activities and will be working on site in the Engineering Technical Services team.
Note: The job title will be determined based on the successful candidate's qualifications: Design Engineer for candidates holding a P.Eng. (or equivalent), or Design Engineer-in-Training for candidates holding an E.I.T. (or equivalent).
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Design Engineer employer: University of Alberta Careers
Join a dynamic and innovative team at the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry in North Campus Edmonton, where we prioritise collaboration and cutting-edge research. As a Hybrid Manager for Research Facilities, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that values professional growth and offers flexible working arrangements. With access to state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to enhancing research capabilities, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to make a significant impact in the academic community.
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University of Alberta Careers Recruitment Team
