Overview
Westport Innovations is a leading developer of technology and products designed to reduce pollutant emissions from heavy-duty diesel engines. Westport has built a world-recognized team of leaders focused on aggressively commercializing its technology. We are looking for a senior machinist who has an interest in working in an automotive engine development test environment. You will be working as a part of our Test Services team.
Position Responsibilities:
Providing machining services for prototype mechanical components for ICE engines Fabrication of hardware for mounting components to ICE engines Modification of ICE engine components Understanding mechanical component drawings Demonstrable shop skills in machining with tight tolerances, fabrication using steel and aluminum, use of powered workshop tools in a safe and efficient manner Experience with wielding (not ticketed, basic fabrication) is a nice to have Preventive maintenance of machine shop equipment Maintaining machine shop supplies, tools, materials related to machine shop operations Maintaining preventative maintenance logs and data base, records keeping Operation of forklift and company truck A commitment to safety and excellence in work and organizational habits Other duties as assigned Health & Safety Responsibilities:
Promote Westport’s H&S culture following all Environmental, and H&S procedures and understanding your obligations and responsibilities Report unsafe conditions, behaviors and all accidents Co-operate with JHSC (Joint Health & Safety Committee) and Safety representative Position Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited Machinist trade program, Or Equivalent, Tool & Die/Millwright. 10+ years of manual machining (not CNC) experience Experience in setting up machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, saws, grinding machines Ability to use surface and tool grinding equipment for machine tools, or die making Good understanding of mechanical engineering drawings and tolerances (Metric) Experience using precision tools, hand and powered tools to assemble, fabricate, form steel, stainless steel and aluminum Experience in managing machine shop operations (ie. Keeping stock of materials and tooling) Ability to maintain machine tools The following are assets:
Experience providing machining services in a R&D Or Tool & Die maker environment an asset Red seal certified trade as a Machinist Or Millwright with extensive high tolerance machining experience preferred An understanding of EDM machining used in precision parts.(KTC-Superdrill) preferred Aptitude for diagnosing and repairing problems in mechanical systems an asset Physical or other competencies:
Ability to lift up to 50kgs Clean driving license Effective interpersonal Skills Strong computer skills are required: MS Office Salary Range
This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits program including a salary within our hiring range of $75,000 to $85,000. Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.
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