Metal Additive Manufacturing Research Officer

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KEY ACTIVITIES

The RO activities in support of program area objectives may include:

- Research and Development: Conduct cutting-edge research in metal additive manufacturing, including but not limited to process optimization, post-processing techniques, and quality control methods;
- Experimental Design and Execution: Design and execute novel experiments to investigate process parameters, microstructural evolution, and mechanical properties;
- Data Analysis: Using statistical methods and other analytical tools, draw meaningful conclusions to recommend process optimization and error prediction;
- Technology Assessment: Evaluate emerging technologies, materials, and equipment related to metal additive manufacturing;
- Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support interdisciplinary research projects;
- Documentation and Reporting: Prepare technical reports, presentations, and publications for internal and external stakeholders;
- Continuous Learning: Stay current to trends in metal additive manufacturing through conferences and professional development activities; and
- Client Engagement: Support the business development function as a scientific discipline leader. Assist in identifying client requirements and prepare technical scope of project proposals.

**Screening Criteria**:
**Education**:
Ph.D. degree in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering.

A Master’s Degree in Engineering combined with work experience in research or technology development relevant to the position may also be considered.

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

**Experience**:

- Significant* experience in metal additive manufacturing in a research environment, including process development, process analysis and some materials characterization;
- Hands-on experience with metal additive manufacturing equipment (e.g., powder bed fusion, binder jet) and associated software;
- Significant* experience working with digital data including data collection, statistical analysis, programming and machine learning;
- Experience planning and executing engineering/scientific research projects, including writing technical research project proposals; and
- Experience with post-processing techniques would be considered an asset.
- Significant experience is defined as two (2) to five (5) years of experience.

**Condition of Employment**:
Reliability Status

**Language Requirements**:
English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

**Assessment Criteria**:
**Technical Competencies**:

- Knowledge of metal additive manufacturing and post-processing techniques including laser power bed fusion, binder jetting and inert atmosphere heat treatment;
- Knowledge of error detection and prevention methods in complex mechanical systems such as metal AM equipment;
- Ability to develop experimental plans, select appropriate methodologies, execute experiments accurately, and interpret results effectively;
- Ability to use statistical methods, data visualization techniques, and relevant software tools to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets, may include sensor integration;
- Solid written communication skills, including the ability to effectively present complex technical information to diverse audiences;
- Knowledge of project management principles and practices; and
- Knowledge of data and build preparation techniques using software tools for AM (e.g., Materialise Magics) would be considered an asset.

**Behavioural Competencies**:

- Research - Communication (Level 2)
- Research - Creative thinking (Level 3)
- Research - Results orientation (Level 3)
- Research - Teamwork (Level 2)

**Competency Profile(s)**:
**Compensation**:
The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the **AsRO - AcRO** level, which is **an early to mid-career** level position with a salary range of **$80,523** to **$133,853**.

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.

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