Requisition ID: 39854

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose & Function

The Mechanical Engineer provides project management, fleet management and design expertise in the acquisition, modification, and outfitting of all City vehicles and equipment purchases, as well as major changes to existing vehicles and equipment. Duties also include maintenance program development, failure analysis, and repair design.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical design and failure analysis expertise, along with safe design modifications to the existing fleet
• Provide detailed designs for outfitting of new vehicles and equipment using 3D CAD software
• Act as Engineer of Record for fleet repair, outfitting, and modification designs
• Act as Engineer of Record for small City infrastructure projects like guardrails, sidewalk hatches, signs, benches, decks, etc.
• Act as Engineer of Record for upgrades and maintenance of various plant and field equipment (asphalt plant, concrete plant, cemetery, etc.)
• Manage the modification request process which includes examining the internal customer requests for compliance to Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards among other regulations, coordinating the work between the various shops, and following up with vendors and other stakeholders
• Oversee preventative maintenance programs for new equipment entering service
• Coordinate with supply chain management during vendor selection recommendation
• Make fleet decisions that align with City goals and initiatives (i.e. Greenest City Action Plan)
• Develop personal leadership skills to complement the Fleet Asset Management Team

• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• A university degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.), or Engineering Licensee (P.L.Eng.) with EGBC.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and experience with EGBC Practice Guidelines and the new Professional Governance Act (PGA)
• Excellent report writing skills, along with verbal & written communication & the ability to communicate with internal/external stakeholders effectively
• A genuine interest in working with vehicles and equipment
• Well-developed computer skills
• Mechanical design related to mobile equipment specifically truck body design, trailer design, and/or other small infrastructure design
• Steel and aluminum sheet-metal and structural member design, weld design, machine design, and wood design experience
• 3D CAD modelling experience required (Autodesk Inventor experience is considered an asset)
• PDM Software (Autodesk Vault), 2D CAD experience (Autodesk AutoCAD), Plasma/Oxy table nesting and programming software (ESAB Columbus) is an asset

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and a Satisfactory driving record

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite. At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300)

Affiliation: Exempt

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time

Position Start Date: December, 2023

Position End Date: December, 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $92864 to $116070 per annum

Application Close: November 16. 2023

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve . Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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