Technical Officer, Ceramic Materials
Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: 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: Montréal
Organizational Unit: Aerospace
Classification: TO-2
Tenure: Term
Duration: 12 Months
Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB
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.
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The Role
We are looking for a Technical Officer, Ceramic Materials to support our Aerospace Research Centre. The Technical Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.
Additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized the manufacturing world through its rapid and geometrically-intricate capabilities as well as economic benefits. 3D printers now have the capability to create intricate ceramic parts with performance improvements targeting various industrial applications. Despite major improvements in performance and early efforts at multi-material structures, many of the complex, multi-material structures have certain manufacturing issues, in particular combining dissimilar materials. Advancements still need to be made before multi-material AM fully integrates into reproducible and reliable modern manufacturing.
In this position, you will be involved in polymer-derived ceramic processing an emerging ceramic AM method (3D printing) to fabricate ceramic specimens. The candidate, with an experience in materials science and processing, will join the team with strong expertise in AM of ceramics and polymers to produce hybrid structures.
Some of the topics this position could be required to work in are:
- Material formulation preparation;
- 3D printing;
- Mechanical and thermo-mechanical testing;
- Material characterization.
This position is for someone who has basic materials training but is looking to do more with their hands and mind by learning and growing into even more exciting responsibilities at our materials and manufacturing facilities. This position works within a team environment where effective interaction with staff is essential. The dynamics of our team and facility provide an endless opportunity to showcase your multi-disciplinary talents through a potentially long career in an exciting workplace!
Screening Criteria
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:
Education
College or Bachelor's degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, mechanics/mechanical engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
An equivalent combination of work-related experience, training and education would be considered.
For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency
Experience
- Experience working in a lab environment in the areas of materials chemistry or materials science and engineering;
- Experience working with preparing materials formulation; and
- Experience working with polymer additive manufacturing.
Assets:
- Experience in materials characterization;
- Experience with fabrication operations such as machining and 3D printing;
- Experience in working with CAD.
Condition of Employment
- Reliability Status;
- Must wear protective equipment when needed; and
- Must be able to independently work in a laboratory environment in a safe manner.
Language Requirements
Assessment Criteria
Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
Technical Competencies
- Knowledge of safe work practices, tool handling, and safety standards required in an industrial environment;
- Basic knowledge of material characterization and material formulation;
- Ability to follow/work based on technical manuals; and
- Ability to safely use 3D printers.
Behavioural Competencies
- Research Technician/Technologist - Initiative (Level 1)
- Research Technician/Technologist - Results orientation (Level 1)
- Research Technician/Technologist - Communication (Level 2)
- Research Technician/Technologist - Teamwork (Level 1)
Competency Profile(s)
For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Research Technician/Technologist
Compensation
Salary under review
From $49,298 to $69,364 per annum. In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.
NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.
Notes
- 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.
- 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 (23027) to:
E-mail: NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
Telephone: 450-645-4208
Closing Date: 6 January 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time
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