Laboratory Technician, Codes & Standards

We are seeking the services of a Codes&Standards Laboratory Technician to manage all certification laboratory activities, plan and manage product compliance projects (testing and reporting) related to emergency lighting.

Tasks:

• Manage the laboratory projects associated with product certification (scope, timeline, deliverables, etc.);
• Conduct compliance testing (electrical, mechanical, photometry) using test methods published in product compliance standards or technical rules (Canada and USA);
• Compile test data and document results in laboratory reports;
• Manage all certification laboratory activities to maintain qualifications obtain from third party certification agencies (ISO17025);
• Represent the Codes&Standards certification laboratory in design projects review meetings (projects status, etc.).
• Ensure that test equipment is calibrated and maintained in optimal operational use;
• Maintain laboratory in proper working order and ensure it meets ABB safety requirements.

Requirements:

• A college diploma in a technical discipline or a diploma of vocational studies in electronics or relevant qualifications as well as five years’ experience in the field of electronics or electricity testing;
• Experience on the use of various mechanical and electronic measurement equipment in a laboratory environment;
• Excellent teamwork qualifications, good organizational and planning skills;
• Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office system;
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and French;
• Ability in priority management as well as proficiency in simultaneous multi-tasking;
• Ability to lift average loads occasionally (up to 50 lbs);
• An understanding of the lighting product standards (CSA, UL, etc.), an asset;
• Understanding of the basic concept found in ISO17025, an asset;
• Autonomy and details oriented.
• Knowledge of the field of new generation lighting systems, an asset.

Work Schedule:    Monday to Friday; 40hrs/week

                              Possibility of overtime

Starting Date:      To be determined