Fabrication Specialist (Manual Machinist)

TL;DR

Fabrication Specialist (Manual Machinist): Maintains and operates the model shop while producing and machining high-precision specialized research and testing equipment with an accent on drafting, cost/time estimation, and meeting testing and safety standards. Focus on devising prototype test equipment, ensuring fabrication quality, and supporting lab documentation through technical reporting and quality photo capture.

Location: Surrey, BC

Salary: $78K - $84K (annual)

Company

hirify.global is a cleantech and engineering company providing solutions, specialized testing, and technical expertise for a safe and sustainable global energy future.

What you will do

• Produce specialized research equipment using fabrication and high-precision machining by analyzing user requests and selecting suitable materials, designs, and fabrication techniques.
• Devise special test equipment and design new/prototype equipment for internal and external clients, including preparing drawings, estimating fabrication time and cost, and coordinating outside fabrication when needed.
• Capture industrial quality photographs of test procedures, equipment, installations, prototypes, and samples; process and select images for inclusion in reports.
• Recommend and source model shop equipment parts, materials, and consumables; maintain tools, jigs, instrumentation, and safety equipment.
• Provide operating instructions and guidance to other staff on shop equipment and ensure safe use by others.

Requirements

• Completion of Machinist trades qualification and 4 years of related fabrication shop experience, or completion of another formal trades qualification plus 4 years of directly relevant machining/fabricating experience.
• Good working knowledge of procedures and methods to machine and fabricate specialized research and testing equipment and components.
• Ability to estimate time and cost required for equipment fabrication.
• Good drafting skills and basic technical report writing skills.
• Working knowledge of calibrating, maintaining, and repairing machine shop instrumentation and applying accepted testing standards.
• Excellent knowledge of related safety and WHMIS regulations.

Culture & Benefits

• Safety-first environment with safety-sensitive role requirements, including pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing.
• Accredited labs and standards focus (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, and IEC/ISO 17025).
• Career development emphasis with opportunities to grow and advance within the organization.
• Equal opportunity employer with accommodations available during the selection process.