Victaulic

Description

Job Title: Applications Engineering Lab Technician (1-Year Contract)

Location: Brampton, ON (On-site)

Victaulic, founded in 1919, revolutionized pipe assembly with the invention of the "Victory Joint." Today, it's a global leader in grooved mechanical pipe joining and flow control solutions. With over 4,000 patents and operations in 140+ countries, Victaulic serves various industries, including commercial construction, fire protection, industrial construction, maritime, mining, oil, gas, chemical, power generation, and water/wastewater. The company offers a wide range of products, solutions, and services, including couplings, valves, fittings, and engineering design support. Notable projects include the Hoover Dam, World Trade Center Complex, Eiffel Tower, and Shanghai Tower. With 5,500+ employees and 700+ sales reps., Victaulic continues to innovate and exceed customer expectations worldwide. For more information, visit www.victaulic.com.

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Applications Engineering Lab Technician for a 1-year contract to support our Application Engineering Team at our Brampton facility. This is a great opportunity to apply your technical knowledge in a lab setting while gaining exposure to our products, testing processes, and industry standards. Possibility of contract extension based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll support lab operations, product evaluation, and technical investigations by:

• Becoming proficient with Victaulic’s products, including couplings, valves, fittings, grooving tools, and related systems.
• Conducting troubleshooting and performance assessments on new tools to ensure readiness for field deployment.
• Inspecting and evaluating returned tools and components under warranty claims to determine functionality and root cause issues.
• Operating and maintaining pipe grooving tools, performing grooving tasks as required.
• Assisting with lab testing and product demonstrations, including hydrostatic, flex, bending moment, and air testing.
• Maintaining and calibrating lab equipment; recording results, logs, charts, and reports.
• Supporting inventory control of lab materials, organizing incoming parts and managing warranty returns.
• Ensuring the lab is clean, organized, and in line with Lean practices and company safety protocols.
• Participating in safety reviews and adhering to all health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma preferred; minimum of 3 years of industry experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and high attention to detail.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and schematics, perform shop math, and use precision instruments.
• Physically able to lift within OSHA-approved limits and work on ladders or scaffolds.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other software applications for data entry and reporting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to take both verbal and written instructions and work independently or as part of a team.

What We Offer

• A 1-year opportunity to work with a global industry leader.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and hands-on engineering processes.
• A collaborative and safety-focused team environment.
• Opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of mechanical piping systems and tools.

If you’re technically inclined and looking to grow your experience with a respected, forward-thinking company, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Victaulic’s Brampton-based engineering lab team.

Salary: $65 – 68k

Victaulic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants without discrimination based on age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Join us in creating an inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds.

Victaulic is committed to providing equitable opportunities to all applicants and welcome applications from all qualified persons. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us at hr.canada@victaulic.com and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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