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Advanced Manufacturing Researcher

3 months ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada University of Alberta Full time

ENG Mechanical Engineering:

  • Competition No.

S

  • Posting Date

Aug 29, 2023

  • Closing Date

Sep 05, 2023

  • Position Type

Part Time - Grant Funded

  • Salary Range

$25,152 to $33,687 (pro-rated) per year

  • Grade

06

  • Hours

20

This competition is restricted to internal applicants of the University of Alberta. Please indicate your internal status using the "Advertisement" drop down menu when applying.
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).


This part time position has a term length of 1 year plus a day and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits.


Location - North Campus

Working for the University of Alberta


The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.


The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers for over a decade.


Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.


Department summary


The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers students the opportunity to pursue an exceptional, high quality education in Canada's largest mechanical engineering department.


Our 1,450 students (1000 undergraduate and 450 graduate) learn in a thriving and dynamic environment emphasizing solid academics and sound hands-on skills.

We offer traditional and co-op undergraduate programs (including a biomedical co-op option), as well as Master of Engineering, Master of Science, and PhD graduate programs.


Our students have exciting research and extracurricular opportunities; from the Undergraduate Research Program to the many student club groups focusing on robotics, autonomous flight, F-1 racing, rocketry, biomechanics, satellites, permaculture, hydrogen-powered vehicles, and many others there is something for every student to be passionate about.

Our department is home to world-class research, with many of our researchers internationally renowned experts.

Owing to the very high quality of our programs, the majority of our students experience excellent employment opportunities following graduation.

We have many alumni who have gone on to change the world in amazing ways. Indeed, the sky's the limit for our students, staff, and alumni

Position summary

Duties

  • Developing algorithms for conformal slicing for surfacing and overlay operations including integration and data creation of 3D non contact metrology systems, marker and associated encoding of non contact optical/laser sensors
  • System integration and hardware/software development for robotic cell and computer numerically control units and algorithms for Robotic and inverse kinematics, Gcode, CNC machines and associated firmware Sensor integration and calibration
  • Carry out 3D additive manufacturing operations and Overlay and cladding of corrosion resistant materials
  • Research new products, tests, and methodological instruments and reports to the principal investigator relative to the feasibility, quality, and benefits of such new developments.
  • Supervise the safe handling of material; coordinate purchasing requests and writes specifications and justifications for equipment purchases.
  • Assists in supervision of, graduate students, and student workers in the laboratory

Minimum Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Chemical, or Computer engineering or a closely related discipline.
  • Certified programmer and operator for Yaskawa robots and controllers (such as the GP50 robot and YRC1000 controller), completed training course and received certification.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in:
  • Expertise in design, construction, and programming of 3D printers encompassing a range of size, material (PLA, machinable wax, clay), and electrical architecture.
  • Proficient in configuring a variety of CNC and 3D printer firmware including GRBL, RepRap, Mach3, and Marlin.
  • Proficient in ROS (Robotic Operating System) including the ability to:
  • Interface and communicate with in-house developed hardware utilizing microcontrollers such as an Arduino as well as professional controllers such as the Yaskawa YRC1000.
  • Simulate the trajectory, collision detection, and dynamics of custom robot models using MoveIt, Rviz, and Gaze