In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa

Organizational Unit: Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre

Classification: TO-3

Tenure: Term

Duration: 1 year

Language Requirements: English

Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

Discover the possible

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As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

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The role

We are looking for a In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer to support our Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre (CPFC). The In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer is a member of a team of engineering Technologists who work autonomously reporting directly to the Technical Supervisor. The In-Fab Maintenance Technical Officer is responsible for providing specialized technical support services in the design, planning, conduct and analysis of complex experiments, and facilities operation in a clean room environment (ISO 5, 6). This position also provides asset management services, proactive and preventative maintenance on a suite of sophisticated Semiconductor Manufacturing and Photonic Fabrication Equipment.

The Government of Canada has decided to undertake a spin-off of the NRC's Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre (CPFC) into a commercial entity with firmly Canadian foundations and with Canadian industrial development at its core.

For more information, visit Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Post-secondary education in a technical, engineering or scientific discipline related to the position.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

1. Significant* experience with the safe operation, maintenance/verification/repair and/or installation of a suite of Semiconductor or Photonic device manufacturing equipment in any of the following technologies: CVD, MOCVD, ETCH, Metrology or Photolithography;
2. Significant* experience in a technical support role associated with a fast-paced semiconductor research or manufacturing in a cleanroom environment;
3. Significant* experience with project management related activities;
4. Significant* experience in hazardous gas or chemical handling;
5. Basic experience writing procedures, analyzing data utilizing Microsoft Office Suites and CAD software; and
6. Basic first aid and emergency response training or experience would be considered an asset.

*Significant experience is defined as experience acquired over a period of two (2) to six (6) years.

Condition of employment

• Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

• Must be available to work night shift or weekend shift schedules; and
• Must qualify to work in a Controlled Goods Zone. Training will be provided.

Language requirements

English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

• Solid Knowledge of safe practices for working with chemicals, compressed gases, liquid nitrogen, and electrical, mechanical, and vacuum systems;
• Solid Knowledge of best practices for Preventive Maintenance of manufacturing or facilities support equipment;
• Solid Knowledge of WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety regulations required to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment within the laboratory environment and its affiliated office space;
• Solid Knowledge of instrumentation and electronics diagnosis/repair;
• Ability to interpret and apply technical direction from a variety of sources including engineering drawings, facility interface documentation, data acquisition systems, Installation/repair manuals, industry standards and standardized procedures;
• Ability to install, repair and pro-actively maintain complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment; and
• Ability to design and build or modify complex electro-mechanical equipment to official standards and best practices.

Behavioural competencies

• Research Technician/Technologist - Client focus (Level 2)
• Technology support - Communication (Level 3)
• Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
• Technology support - Initiative (Level 2)
• Technology support - Results orientation (Level 3)
• Research Technician/Technologist - Teamwork (Level 2)
• Research Technician/Technologist - Self-knowing and self-development (Level 2)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profiles: Research Technician/Technologist; Technology Support

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Compensation

From $66,126 to $91,012 per annum.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2026, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (26338) to:

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone: 4506454208

Closing Date: 12 November 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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