Technical Officer, Additive Manufacturing - London, Canada - National Research Council Canada

National Research Council Canada

Verified Company

London, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.

The primary purpose of the position is to provide technical support and services for the development and validation of additive manufacturing (direct laser deposition) technology to support NRC and its clients.

This includes developing processing parameters, creating and preliminary evaluation of laser deposited samples, producing prototype parts, and operation and maintenance of lasers, CNC and robotic motion systems, powder/wire feeders, and other related equipment in the laboratory.

Screening Criteria:

Education:

College diploma in welding, CNC machining, robotics, additive manufacturing or related field.

A Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, materials engineering or a related field may be considered an asset.

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

Experience:

Significant experience in operating CNC machines
Significant experience in robotics
Experience with the safe operation, maintenance/verification/repair and/or installation of equipment such as laboratory apparatus, mechanical or electrical machinery, hand and power tools and/or material handling equipment.
Experience with additive manufacturing or welding processing.
Experience with lasers and optics
Experience in operating processing and analytical facilities.

Condition of Employment:

Reliability Status

Language Requirements:

English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Assessment Criteria:

Technical Competencies:

Knowledge of applied practices and basic concepts relating to materials processing.
Ability to use appropriate CAD/CAM software (such as AutoCAD, MasterCAM, SolidWorks, etc.) to design and modify complex fixtures and other hardware required for conducting experiments, as well as general office software products.
Ability to analyze and discuss technical issues, troubleshoot and solve problems relating to operating equipment and process development for additive manufacturing technology.
Ability to write, review and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), describe, escalate and report any deviations and write reports and draft protocols.
Ability to maintain expensive highpower laser, multiaxis CNC motion system, robotic cell, precision powder feeder and other related equipment in the laboratory.
Ability to participate in the design of experiments.
Knowledge of occupational health and safety best practices required to create and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Behavioural Competencies:

Technology support

Results orientation (Level 2)

Technology support

Teamwork (Level 2)

Technology support

Client focus (Level 2)

Technology support

Initiative (Level 2)

Technology support

Communication (Level 2)

Competency Profile(s):

Relocation:

Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.

Compensation:

From $58,445 to $80,040 per annum.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, pension and insurance plans, vacation and other leave entitlements.

Notes:

A prequalified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
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 to:

Telephone:

Closing Date:1 May :59 Eastern Time