Instrument and Tool Maker

National Research Council Canada•Boucherville, QC

3d•CA$66,126 - CA$91,012•Onsite

About The Position

The NRC is seeking an Instrument and Tool Maker to join their Design and Fabrication Services Branch (DFS). This role involves working in a prototyping environment with precision CNC and manual machine tools to create precision mechanical prototype apparatus. The Instrument and Tool Maker will contribute technical expertise to the manufacturing team, as well as engineering and research groups, to achieve project goals. The emphasis will be on meeting client requirements while efficiently utilizing resources and methods. The position requires hands-on mechanical aptitude to provide input to the design, manufacturing, and implementation of equipment supporting various research groups. Responsibilities include modifying existing instrumentation, installing new instrumentation, and collaborating with NRC researchers to solve problems. The role operates within a team environment, requiring effective interaction with clients and staff, and close collaboration with other machinists, instrument makers, support staff, and supervisors to meet commitments and technical specifications.

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 journeyman in precision machining or tool-making (at least 7 years of experience within the last five years).
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.
Extensive and recent experience with wire EDM, including cutting specimens of various shapes and machining complex or delicate parts that require specialized setup and close attention to detail.
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.
Secret clearance required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing of mechanical assemblies within or outside a manufacturing environment.
Experience with sheet metal works and welding.

Responsibilities

Create precision mechanical prototype apparatus using precision CNC and manual machine tools.
Contribute technical expertise to the manufacturing team, engineering, and research groups.
Provide input to the design, manufacturing, and implementation of equipment.
Modify existing instrumentation.
Install new instrumentation.
Work one-on-one with NRC researchers to solve problems.
Ensure agreed-upon project delivery commitments and technical specifications are met.
Work closely with other machinists/instrument makers, support staff, and supervisors.