Primary duties:
Using CAD, CNC and rapid prototyping technologies to design, validate, and fabricate PPE, signage, badges, and other products; operate and maintain shop equipment. Design and fabricate fixtures for in-house production needs. Develop new products and processes while improving existing ones.
Notable achievements:
- Implemented automation of name badge artwork creation process which resulted in a saving of 2 manhours each day.
- Designed and developed various COVID-related PPE products during the height of the pandemic, many of which were selected for federal and provincial government contracts.
- Developed process for in-house production of concrete stamps, resulting in drastic reduction in lead time while maintaining profit margin for the company.
Primary duties:
Assist the Product Development Exchange (PDX) team in designing and fabricating innovative solutions for industry clients. Develop product concepts according to customer needs and create CAD model using SolidWorks. Create prototypes using rapid prototyping and machining techniques. Build mechatronics systems using various microcontrollers, sensors and actuators.
Notable achievements:
- In a team setting, designed and fabricated a series of electromechanical devices for a first-of-its-kind, space-themed escape room.
- Refined the design of a drawing robot for people with limited mobility; reworked the reverse kinematics and motion control to achieve robust, smooth and accurate performance.
- Designed board game pieces in accordance with DFM principles, resulting in cost-efficient products for the client.
Primary duties:
Supported office staff in drawing creation, data processing and some light design work. Participated in site visits in various locations throughout the TTC subway system and gained hands-on experience inspecting and maintaining the city's public transit system.
Notable achievements:
- Designed a portable clearance inspection jig that allowed fast and easy on-track clearance inspection.
- Developed a solution for track-level fire prevention by enhancing the performance of paper-catching cages.
Primary duties:
Help maintain, repair, and upgrade machine shop and lab equipment. Assist department members with various administrative tasks and labour work.
Notable achievements:
- Designed and constructed a material rack for more efficient scrap material storage.
- Performed maintenance, cleaning and inventory of the machine shop's tools and equipment.
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