Senior Machinist (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2025-03-20

Country: Canada

Location: LOC13057 4045 26th Avenue North, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1H 6G2, Canada

Position Role Type: Unspecified

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, we have pioneered advancements in engine development, supporting cargo and equipment transportation, wildfire suppression, and passenger travel.

Who you are?

You are a self-starter with extensive expertise in machining, with preferably 5-7 years experience minimum as a red seal journey person machinist, possessing a continuous improvement mindset. You are a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in machining technologies, with the proven ability to operate and troubleshoot newer equipment, manage projects, and drive results. Your expertise allows you to support various complex projects while also training and mentoring others. As part of a dynamic and responsive team, you are flexible and ready to be on call when needed.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in machining operations and technologies, providing leadership and technical support across multiple projects.
• Perform setup, operation, and troubleshooting of advanced machining equipment.
• Ensure optimal machine performance and accuracy, meeting tight tolerance and precision requirements.
• Lead project management efforts, coordinating resources, timelines, and ensuring delivery of results.
• Under the direction of the supervisor, this role is responsible for providing leadership in our machine shop, training technicians and coordinating operations to support business needs and drive efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support production by addressing machining challenges and maintaining workflow efficiency.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards.
• Maintain flexibility to meet changing project needs, including being on call as required.
• Perform assembly, test and inspection functions in a variety of areas as required.
• Strip, inspect, assemble, balance, test and package engines as directed and as required.
• Support the safe delivery of quality aircraft engines.

What do you need to be successful?

This multi-faceted role calls for a candidate with extensive experience in machining, preferably with:

• Journeyman Certification in Machining, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• Expertise with CNC machines, 5-axis machining, and newer machining technologies.
• Strong project management skills, with a proven track record of driving successful projects.
• Experience training and mentoring others, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to be on call and support urgent machining needs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Physical ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds, bend, reach, and work with hand tools.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and long-term deferred compensation programs.
• Leadership, training, and career advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits, savings, and pension plans.
• Flexible work schedules and financial support for parental leave.
• Reward programs for outstanding work and contribution to projects.

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

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