Surface Modelling Technician

Automotive and Surface Transportation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Surface Modelling Technician to join their Design and Fabrication Services Branch. This role is pivotal in supporting innovative projects through 3D digitization and modelling. As a technician, you will utilize cutting-edge 3D scanning technologies and reverse engineering software to create precise models for advanced technology applications, including Virtual and Augmented Reality. If you have a passion for creativity and technology, this opportunity allows you to contribute to exciting projects while being part of a team that values integrity, excellence, respect, and creativity. Join us and help shape the future of design and fabrication!

Benefits

Robust pension plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Dental coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Office closure at end of December

Well-being support

Qualifications

• College diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Basic experience with 3D scanning and reverse engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Provide 3D digitization services and assist in various projects.
• Perform 3D scans and process data for modeling purposes.

Skills

3D scanning techniques

Reverse engineering software

Virtual Reality

Augmented Reality

Education

College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D Scanners

Job description

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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.

Organizational Unit: Design and Fabrication Services

Classification: TO-2

Tenure: Continuing

Language Requirements: English or French

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

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The Role

We are looking for a Surface Modelling Technician to support our Design and Fabrication Services Branch (DFS). The Surface Modelling Technician would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect, and Creativity.

The Surface Modelling Technician provides DFS with basic 3D digitization services using 3D Scanners and assists in the preparation of various Advanced Technology Group (ATG) projects, including but not limited to, Reverse Engineering modelling, 3D additive manufacturing, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality modelling.

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 Diploma in a Mechanical Engineering field (minimum of a three-year program) or a combination of formal relevant training and significant experience may also be accepted.

• Basic* experience performing 3D scanning techniques and processing raw data.
• Basic* experience using reverse engineering software to create 3D solid and surface models.

Asset:

• Basic* experience with Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality.

*Basic experience is defined as a few months and up to 2 years

Condition of Employment

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

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

• Basic* knowledge of 3D scanning technologies and data processing techniques.
• Basic* knowledge of reverse engineering processes and software.
• Basic* knowledge with Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality modelling.
• Ability to perform 3D scans of objects using different scanning technologies.
• Ability to manipulate and process 3D scan data.

*Basic - the level of knowledge may be acquired through relatively brief (six months or less) training or through regular exposure

• Technology extension - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 1)
• Technology extension - Results orientation (Level 1)
• Technology extension - Self-knowing and self-development (Level 1)

Competency Profile(s)

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

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.
• These positions are being advertised internally and externally simultaneously; however, first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants.
• 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 (23300) to:

Closing Date: 10 January 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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