• Fixed Term, full-time appointment (to 30 June 2028)
• Level 6/7: $88,865 - $110,039 + 17% Superannuation 

The Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF) offers extensive and unique capabilities in the design, development, and synthesis of materials and 3D fabricated devices. The ANFF UOW Materials Node is part of a broader UOW Research Platforms capability and its activities strongly support research endeavours of UOW’s Faculties and Research Entities. It is also highly involved in the provision of research services to widely ranging internal and external stakeholders, including other Australian and international academic institutions, industry partners, government agencies and departments.

The ANFF Additive Fabrication Engineer will be involved with the design and print of 3D additive fabricated structures using metals, polymers, ceramics or biogels, utilising a range of additive fabrication tools and protocols. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working to support commercial and academic researcher clients on a fee-for-service basis. You will be critical in developing new techniques and opportunities within the additive fabrication capability as well as maintaining state-of-the-art technologies to deliver outcomes to clients of highest quality.

To be successful you will hold a degree, or higher level qualification, in a relevant field such as materials science or suitable engineering discipline, with demonstrated expertise in engineering design.  Proficiency in   CAD/CAM design software, 3D modelling software suites such as Solidworks and/or animation software is essential.  Practical experience in operating Additive Fabrication/3D printing systems is also required.

Well-developed interpersonal and oral communication skills are essential as the role involves training users in additive fabrication design, including CAD modelling and reverse engineering software, operational aspects of additive fabrication equipment, and best practices in post-processing and finishing techniques for 3D printed alloys, ceramics, and/or polymers. Familiarity and experience with complimentary polymer/metal machining and coating techniques will be advantageous.

Special Job Requirements:

• This role requires the position holder to conduct OH&S inductions to workplace and laboratory procedures. You must adhere to safe laboratory practices of UOW Research Platforms. 
• Handling of high-risk chemicals in a risk-controlled environment will be a part of this role.

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter.  The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

For further information about this position, please contact Professor Peter Innis, Director, UOW ANFF Materials Node on + 61 2 4221 3600 or via email: innis@uow.edu.au 

Position Description

Closing Date: Sunday 11 August 2024, 11:59 PM

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.

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