Instrument and Tool Maker

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa 

Organizational Unit: Design and Fabrication Services 

Classification: TO-3 

Tenure: Various tenures

Language Requirements: Various linguistic profiles

• Assignments and secondments may be considered according to NRC's policies.
• Pool will be created.

 
Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the at the NRC work location identified.

Great Minds. One Goal. Canada's Success.

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.

Design and Fabrication Services (DFS) is the National Research Council’s (NRC) principal design and fabrication organization, supporting research and innovation. DFS supports NRC research by continuously delivering improvements to key national test facilities as well as directly through engineering, design and fabrication support to individual research portfolios, programs and projects.

We are looking for Instrument and Tool Makers to support our Design and Fabrication Services Branch in Ottawa. 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

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Two years college diploma in tool-making, precision machining, general machining or 1800 hours of professional training in machining.

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

• Significant and recent experience as a working level journeymen in one of the disciplines of precision machining or tool-making.
• Significant and recent experience with CAD/CAM and CNC manufacturing methods (with preference to MasterCam 19 or above). 
• Significant and recent experience in production of precision parts using manual machine tools and CNC machine tools.
• Significant and recent experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings. 

The following experiences might be considered as an asset but not required:  

• Experience in troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing of mechanical assemblies within or outside a manufacturing environment. 
• Experience with sheet metal works and welding should be considered as an asset for this shop needs.

* Significant is defined as at least 3 years of experience.

* Recent is defined as within the last 5 years.

Secret (II)

A Secret clearance must be obtained within 12 months of employment.

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 includes 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. 

Various linguistic profiles

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Solid Knowledge of a wide variety of manufacturing methods and methodologies for prototyping and limited production of High Precision components;
• Solid Knowledge of manufacturing methods and methodologies in the use of manual machine tools in a prototyping environment.
• Solid Knowledge of CNC programming and machining (i.e.: conventional 3 axis machining and multi axis turning using MasterCam);
• Solid knowledge of good shop practice in the assembly and disassembly of high precision mechanisms;
• Solid knowledge of conventions for tolerances and fits, and related engineering drawing notation practice. 

• Technology support - Client focus (Level 2)
• Technology support - Communication (Level 1)
• Technology support - Initiative (Level 2)
• Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)
• Technology support - Teamwork (Level 2)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Technology Support

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Rates under review

From $58,445 to $80,040 per annum. 

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

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you.  Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season.  We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. 

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• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• To ensure a prompt and efficient processing of applications, candidates must provide, along with their résumé, a detailed covering letter explaining how they meet each of the requirements of this position (education, experience, language requirements) by providing concrete examples. In addition, the candidate is encouraged to describe in detail when, where and how he/she gained the experience.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• 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 (21488) to:

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone : 343-550-0290
Closing Date: 3 April 2024 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.