Machinist

**Department** Faculty of Engineering - Machine Shop **Salary range** $63,700.20 to $87,320.52 **Hours per week** 37.5 **Grade** 9 **Posted date** August 28, 2025 **Closing date** September 18, 2025 **Position Type** Full Time - Operating Funded **Description**: **_This competition may be used to fill up to two positions._** This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA). This position has a term length of one year plus a day, with the possibility of extension, and offers a comprehensive benefits package. **Location -**This role is in-person at North Campus, Edmonton. **Working at 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 a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more. **Working for the Faculty of Engineering - Engineering Technical Services (ETS)** Engineering Technical Services (ETS) is a dynamic team dedicated to advancing research and education within the Faculty of Engineering. We collaborate with faculty and students to design, manufacture, and support innovative experimental devices and laboratory equipment. Our multidisciplinary team brings together a wealth of expertise from Machinists, Electrical Technicians, Material Testing Specialists, Engineers, Millwrights, Carpenters, and Plastics Specialists. We directly support research initiatives and undergraduate courses by maintaining and upgrading lab equipment, designing and manufacturing custom apparatus, and providing hands-on training and supervision to students. **Position Summary** Reporting to the Technical Services Supervisor, the Machinist will be primarily responsible for supporting research activities by manufacturing parts and assemblies. The Machinist is required to work with the academic faculty, staff and students to design and manufacture parts. The Machinist is also required to provide a high degree of expertise and knowledge of the safe work and operation of shop equipment and facilities. To apply, please submit the following in a single.PDF document: - Resume - Cover Letter Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter that outlines why you believe you are the right person for this opportunity. Also, in your cover letter, please provide a detailed answer to the question: "How will you contribute to a culture of trust, effectiveness and innovation in the Faculty of Engineering?” Applications that do not specifically address this question may not be considered. **Duties** - Coordinate with the ETS Supervisor on fee-for-service research activities, working on assigned projects, generally with a well-defined scope - Machining parts using a variety of machines, tools, methods, and equipment, including but not limited to: CNC milling machines and lathes, manual milling machines and lathes, drill presses, grinders, laser and water jet cutters - Utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software to review part and assembly designs and drawings - Provide budgetary cost estimates to researchers on the time and materials required for projects - Consult with faculty, researchers, students and other technicians to discuss projects, including designs, concepts and procedures - Demonstrate basic shop practices, current manufacturing processes, shop safety and use of specialized equipment and instrumentation to students and researchers - Actively engage in the Faculty of Engineering’s Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S) Plan, including consultation on the development of policies and procedures - Repair, maintain, upgrade and make custom modifications to machines and equipment as required **Minimum Qualifications** - High School Diploma - Journeyperson Machinist Certificate or equivalent - 3+ years of relevant experience - 2+ years of CNC experience with working knowledge of CAM/CAD - WHMIS & safety training **Preferred Qualifications** - Diploma in mechanical or electrical technologies - MIG/TIG welding proficiency - Experience with laboratory process piping and equipment - Experience with Electrical Discharge Machining (Wire EDM) - Experience with assemblies and part tolerances - Experience working in research and development environments - Coaching, mentoring, or instructional experience as it relates to shop equipment We thank all applicants for their interest