Material Science Co-op

Original job posting

The co-op student will assist in the Materials and Dimensional lab by analyzing metallurgy, performing surface hardness tests, and investigating part failures. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, documenting data, and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.

Job details

The successful Material Science Co-op Student will ideally be an analytical material science enthusiast to work in our Materials and Dimensional lab; to help ensure production and prototype parts from our suppliers are within specification and to aid in the investigation of part failures in the field. Location: 95 Washburn Drive, Kitchener, ON Check out our machines in action on Tigercat TV! Learn more about Tigercat at: www.tigercat.com Responsibilities: Read and interpret drawings, standard work instructions, work specifications, and procedures Section components Mount, polish and etch samples and analyze metallurgy Perform surface hardness and case depth analysis Collect, record, document and enter all data into process database as required Setup, calibrate and maintain all tools, equipment, systems, processes and machines which are used to perform work Maintain, service, calibrate, repair, or create gauges and standards as required Qualifications (experience/skills): Pursuing a Mechanical, Metallurgical or Materials Engineering Technologist diploma or Bachelor’s degree program. Knowledge of the microscopic evaluation of steel Experience preparing samples of ferrous alloys Familiarity with use of acids for micro and macro etching Ability to operate Rockwell and micro-hardness testers Strong verbal and written communication skills Self-motivated with a proactive approach to taking on challenging technical tasks Ability to quickly comprehend new concepts, processes and systems What We Can Offer You: Company paid Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) 6% vacation pay entitlement is applied to each pay cheque 30% discount at the Tigercat Outfitter's Store Application Important Information & Requirements: Wages will vary ($23 - $29 per hour), and commensurate with the number of years of your program that you have completed Accepting 3rd and 4th year students Please note there are no remote or hybrid co-op positions available Mandatory cover letter, resume, and current transcript required This location (Kitchener) is accessible by public transportation; however your own transportation is recommended for travel to machine test sites, other plants etc. All application requirements must be met in order to be considered. Only those selected for interview will be contacted. We thank you for your application! Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat's Accessibility Plan.

What you’ll do

The co-op student will assist in the Materials and Dimensional lab by analyzing metallurgy, performing surface hardness tests, and investigating part failures. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, documenting data, and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.

Requirements

Candidates must be pursuing a Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Materials Engineering Technologist diploma or Bachelor's degree. Applicants should have experience with ferrous alloy sample preparation and familiarity with hardness testing equipment.

Benefits

• Employee and family assistance program • Vacation pay • Store discount

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Metallurgy
• Material science
• Microscopic evaluation
• Ferrous alloys
• Micro etching
• Macro etching
• Rockwell hardness testing
• Micro-hardness testing
• Technical documentation
• Equipment calibration
• Drawing interpretation
• Sample preparation
• Surface hardness analysis
• Case depth analysis
• Communication skills
• Problem solving
• Materials Science
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Materials Engineering
• Self-Motivation
• Communication
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Microhardness Testing
• Drawing Interpretation

Job areas

• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Manufacturing
• Material Science Engineer
• Metallurgical Engineer
• Mining Engineers, Metallurgists and Related Professionals
• Materials Engineers