Instrument and Tool Maker
About The Position
We are looking for an Instrument and Tool Maker to support our Design and Fabrication Services Branch (DFS). The Instrument and Tool Maker would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity. Working in a prototyping environment with precision CNC and manual machine tools you’ll be creating precision mechanical prototype apparatus. As a member of the team, you will contribute technical expertise not only to the manufacturing team but to engineering and research groups to help achieve project goals. Using a wide variety of machine tools, the emphasis in part production, is on meeting client requirements while efficiently utilizing available human and physical resources and methods. Your contributions in technical knowledge and hands on mechanical aptitude will provide input to the design, manufacturing and implementation of equipment to support various research groups. Along with providing machining experience you’ll be working in a team environment. This includes modifying existing instrumentation, installation of new instrumentation, and working one on one with NRC researchers to solve problems. The position works within a team environment where effective interaction with clients and staff is essential. The incumbent is expected to work closely with other machinists / instrument makers, support staff and Supervisors to meet commitments. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that agreed upon project delivery commitments and technical specifications of projects are met.
Requirements
- Two years college diploma in tool-making, precision machining, general machining or 1800 hours of professional training in machining.
- Extensive and recent experience as a working level journeymen in the disciplines of tool-making and precision machining for the fabrication and assembly of precision parts.
- Extensive and recent experience with CAD/CAM and CNC manufacturing methods (with preference to MasterCam 19 or above).
- Extensive and recent experience in production of precision parts using manual machine tools and CNC machine tools.
- Extensive and recent experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
- Experience in troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing of mechanical assemblies within or outside a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in precision fabrication and welding.
- Must be able to work in a physical environment requiring manual dexterity, and must possess and retain the physical capabilities to perform the position which include but may not be limited to: crouching, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, lifting, slinging, hoisting, ability to hear to diagnose mechanical troubles and handling heavy and bulky objects.
- English language proficiency.
Nice To Haves
- Preference to MasterCam 19 or above for CAD/CAM and CNC manufacturing methods.
Responsibilities
- Creating precision mechanical prototype apparatus using precision CNC and manual machine tools.
- Contributing technical expertise to the manufacturing team, engineering, and research groups.
- Providing input to the design, manufacturing, and implementation of equipment.
- Modifying existing instrumentation.
- Installation of new instrumentation.
- Working with NRC researchers to solve problems.
- Ensuring agreed upon project delivery commitments and technical specifications are met.
Benefits
- Robust pension plan
- Comprehensive health and dental coverage
- Disability and life insurance
- Office closure at the end of December
- Additional supports to enhance well-being
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
