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TECHNICIAN: ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING- CONTRACT POSITION

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY

TECHNICIAN:  ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING- CONTRACT POSITION

VACANCY NO:FET/IDT01/2022

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a fixed term contract position of Technician - Additive manufacturing in the Department of Industrial Design and Technology.

Duties:  The successful candidate will work under a Senior Technician and will be expected to: i) Prepare and set up CNC machines, 3D printers, laser and plasma cutting machines for laboratory/workshop classes; ii) Operate and demonstrate how the technologies in (i) work; (iii) Perform programming, calibration and troubleshooting operations of accessories and equipment in (i) above; (iv) Keep detailed records for equipment and procedures; (v) Perform necessary regular service, maintenance and cleaning requirements on the equipment; (vi) Supervise machines as they run and make adjustments as needed; (vii) Inspect finished products from the machines to ensure they meet the required specifications; (viii) Provide technical assistance in teaching and research activities of the Department on Design for Additive Manufacturing, Design for Manufacture and Assembly and Computer-Aided Design and Manufacture; (ix) Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Chief Technician and/or Head of Department from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:   Candidate must have earned, during full time or equivalent study, a minimum of a 2-year Certificate or Diploma in Industrial Design, Design & Technology, Manufacturing Technology or related discipline. The preferred candidate should have demonstrable experience in SolidWorks and Computer-Aided Manufacture tools. Candidates with 3 years of industry experience on Additive Manufacturing, CAD/CAM and CNC manufacturing may also apply.

Remuneration:  The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.  For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

How to Apply: SIGNED Letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine your suitability for the position. Applicants should indicate clearly the position applied for, quote the vacancy numbers; provide current CVs which must include contact information (telephone/mobile numbers, email address, postal address and fax number), certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three (3) reference letters to: The Human Resources Manager, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, University of Botswana, Private Bag UB 0061, Gaborone, Botswana or E-mail recruitmentfet@ub.ac.bw Telephone: 267-3554214/4204.

Applicants should inform their referees to i) Quote the Vacancy Number and Position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Block 248, Office No: 255 (248/255).

Applications with incomplete information and/or submitted after the closing date will not be considered. 

NB:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Closing Date: 30 June 2022

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