Position Overview
Demir Engineering Ltd. provides engineering, procurement, and construction services to industrial customers in mining, metallurgy, oil and gas, infrastructure, and related sectors.
We deliver practical engineering solutions that support maintenance, productivity, and continuous improvement, guided by our values of integrity, innovation, reliable delivery, and respect for people.
We are seeking a 3D Printer (Sand) Technician to join our Edmonton foundry shop. This role is responsible for operating, programming, maintaining, and supporting post-processing activities for sand mold 3D printing used in foundry production. The successful candidate will be safety-focused, detail-oriented, technically capable, and comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
Job specific training will be provided to the successful candidate
- Operate additive manufacturing equipment.
- Produce sand cores and molds for casting applications.
- Support process improvement and technology development initiatives.
- Contribute to the growth of Demir Engineering’s additive manufacturing capabilities.
- Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and quality teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the ExOne 3D printer to produce sand cores and molds for casting.
- Program, set up, and monitor print jobs according to production requirements.
- Clean and maintain ExOne equipment in accordance with regular and preventive maintenance schedules.
- Monitor and manage raw materials required for current and future production needs.
- Maintain tools, spare parts, electrical consumables, and mechanical consumables required for the workstation.
- Manage and handle waste produced by ExOne equipment.
Additional duties may include:
- Complete post-processing activities, including cleaning, refractory coating, mould assembly, clamping, flasking, and support for shakeout activities.
- Work with the engineering team to design and build tools and equipment for in-house foundry and manufacturing operations.
- Provide technical input to support the design of tools and equipment for customer projects.
- Act as a lead hand and support engineering and production teams as required.
- Support the Quality Assurance Manager and engineering team in maintaining company QMS requirements.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized production environment, and take timely action to correct unsafe work conditions.
- Attend training to stay current with emerging technologies and process improvements.
- Complete other duties as assigned by the manager.
Required Qualifications and Attributes
- Experience in a foundry or steel mill environment is considered an asset.
- Experience operating heavy equipment , including overhead cranes, forklifts, and skid steers considered an asset
- Comfortable working with technology, production equipment, and hands-on manufacturing process
- Experience with any 3D printers would be beneficial
- Experience operating and maintaining CNC or manual machines considered an asset
- Detail-oriented, process-driven, and committed to producing high-quality work.
- Safety-focused and able to maintain a clean, organized work area.
- Able to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Willing to learn new skills, attend training, and support continuous improvement.
- Interested in contributing to a growing and innovative operation.
Benefits
- Health spending account.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Collaborative, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
Schedule
- Monday to Friday; weekends, backshifts, and overtime may be assigned.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume for consideration. Please include a brief summary of relevant experience with foundry operations, heavy equipment, additive manufacturing, 3D printing, or hands-on production environments.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $21.00-$24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
