About Us:
At NuWave Research Inc., we're not just a company—we're innovators. As a leader in vacuum microwave dehydration technology, we've pushed the boundaries far beyond conventional microwave drying. Our patented technology offers more than just a solution; it provides a revolution in Microwave-Assisted Processing. Whether it's extraction, recycling waste or organic synthesis, our customizable solutions are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our cutting-edge Rapid Low Temperature Dehydration (RLTD) process removes moisture without heating – a truly novel approach. This offers the fastest dehydration methods available, empowering our clients to boost sustainability goals, production efficiency and drive profitability.
Why join us:
Imagine working at a place where innovation isn’t just a buzzword - to us it is what defines us. At NuWave Research, we’re not just pushing boundaries; we’re pushing them to create a sustainable and better world. Our success is fueled by a team that’s as passionate as it is talented, where every day is an opportunity to challenge the status quo and make an impact. We really mean it! We believe it!
Joining NuWave isn’t just another job—it’s your chance to be part of a way to make a difference.
Here, you’re not only an employee; you’re family to us. We celebrate diversity, champion inclusivity, and thrive on collaboration. Your ideas won’t just be heard; they’ll be honored. Whether you’re on the front lines of innovation or supporting the team behind the scenes, your role is crucial, and we make sure you know it.
It’s not just about the work - it’s about experience. We know this. We offer more than just competitive pay and top-tier benefits (though we’ve got those covered). We know social things matter, too. Think free parking, easy access to the SkyTrain, endless coffee and lattes, and pizza days that turn colleagues into friends. And when we party, our events are about us and this matters most!
Ready to fast-track your career in an environment where you’ll never stop learning, growing, and thriving? Dive into a company that’s redefining an industry and discover what it means to truly love what you do. Join NuWave Research, where the future is being made today, and for you.
Position purpose:
- Support the engineering and manufacturing teams with design and manufacturing projects
- Support the strategic sourcing process for new materials and products
- Assist the manufacturing team with prototype machine builds and troubleshooting
- Support the research and development of novel technologies, products, and processing methods
Duties and responsibilities:
- Communicate with suppliers and source new project materials and externally manufactured products
- Assist the mechanical engineering team with part modeling in SolidWorks
- Assist with drafting and product drawing release in SolidWorks PDM
- Design, source, and build jigs and fixtures for internally manufactured custom parts
- Work with the engineering teams to understand design intent and become the lead for machine assembly
- Support the manufacturing team during prototype builds to ensure machine assembly is done as per engineering design intent and in a safe and efficient manner
- Draft assembly instructions/procedures as required and train the manufacturing and assembly teams
- Communicate project status and progress to the Engineering Manager.
- Ad-hoc requests as required from time to time to ensure the successful operations of the company.
Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Diploma in Engineering Technology is required.
Certification
- Registered Engineer-in-Training with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia preferred
- Class 5 clean driver’s license with access to a car.
Experience
- Experience in an organization manufacturing high tech, engineered products or systems preferred.
- Hands-on experience creating and modifying SolidWorks 3D CAD and 2D drawings required.
- Experience reading and interpreting engineer drawings and electrical schematics is required.
- Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) would be considered an asset.
- Hands-on experience with CNC machining, welding, or industrial equipment would be an asset.
- Formal project management training would be considered an asset.
Skills and Abilities
- Professional etiquette (both written and verbal) with co-workers, customers, vendors and individuals visiting NuWave Research.
- Strong work ethic, and ability to work positively and respectfully with co-workers.
- Strong ability to manage time and multiple priorities to achieve high-quality deliverables and avoid bottlenecks.
- Works well under pressure to meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines; remains positive, flexible, resourceful and efficient.
Physical requirements
- Ability to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods and navigate safely in an industrial environment (e.g., ladders, stairs, stationary and moving industrial equipment). Must be able to lift 11.3 kg/25 lb.
- Ability to work in closed spaces and/or elevated heights with the proper safety equipment.