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Reference number
RSN26J-085095-000582
Selection process number
2026-RSN-EA-EETS-674573
Location
Varennes (Québec)
Employment tenure
1 year term with the possibility of extension
Salary
$81,945 to $93,676
Level
EN-ENG-02
Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
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About the position
Duties
- Develop building energy models and conduct energy audits to identify suitable strategies to reduce energy dependency.
- Perform experiments to acquire performance data and assess the suitability of new technologies in a deployed environment.
- Work with a team to demonstrate and derisk clean energy technologies.
Work environmentThe CanmetENERGY in Varennes, located near Montreal, leads innovative science and research activities to develop and implement solution pathways that create value as well as a sustainable energy future for Canadians.
Joining a team of young engineers, you will have an opportunity to apply our centre’s science and technology (S&T) expertise to test, develop, demonstrate and implement clean energy technologies.
The unique opportunity will permit you to collaborate with various government departments to help identify suitable pathways to transition towards a low carbon economy and reduce the energy dependency of Canadians, while potentially testing and demonstrating clean energy technologies in the Arctic.
Intent of the process
A pool of fully assessed candidates may be established through this process to staff similar or identical positions within Natural Resources Canada with various security requirements, language requirements or tenures in Varennes.
Positions to be filled
3
Important messages
The position will require travel in remote locations last minute.
Operational Requirements
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness and ability to travel within Canada (and abroad), including travel by car, rail and air
• Regarding telework, the engineer is required to work on site for the minimum number of days determined by Natural Resources Canada. In some periods, the engineer will be required to work 5 days a week on site to realize a set of experimental tests or prepare for field work in conducting energy audits or deploying energy systems
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Education
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
Experience
Building Applications
Recent* work experience in the following domains:
• Modelling/simulation of buildings (energy consumption and mechanical systems) using EnergyPlus, TRNSYS, eQUEST or IESVE
• Processing and analyzing results generated from simulations of energy conservation measures in buildings
• Writing technical reports to summarize results from building energy simulation studies
*Recent refers to work experience demonstrating familiarity with current modelling software and practices used in building HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems. While this is normally associated with experience gained within the past five years, greater consideration is given to the relevance and currency of the experience rather than the specific timeframe.
Relevant projects conducted as part of graduate studies are considered equivalent to work experience.
Knowledge
• Knowledge of the modelling and simulation process for buildings and energy consuming systems
Applied / assessed at a later date
Abilities and Skills
• Autonomy
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to work with others in achieving a common goal (teamwork)
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
English or French
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You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
• Master’s degree in Applied Science (MASc) relevant to the duties of the position obtained from a recognized post-secondary institution
Learn more about degree equivalency.
• Experience in recommending energy conservation measures (ECMs) for buildings (i.e., conducting an energy audit)
• Experience in modelling/simulation of energy technologies or systems applied to buildings or industrial processes using programming languages such as MATLab or Python/R
• Experience in testing energy technologies in a controlled environment (laboratory setting)
ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) could be considered in priority.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Reliability level security status.
Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
Learn more about preference to veterans.
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