Category Archives: Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre

R&I welcomes Joshua Benz to the role of Research & Development Technologist with WAMIC

Joshua Bunz, new R&D Technologist with WAMIC team.

Research & Innovation is pleased to welcome Joshua Bunz to the team as the Research & Development Technologist with the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC). In his role, Josh supports all laboratory, applied research, and technical service activities related to mechanical engineering. He trains students and graduate employees, along with staff and researchers, on standard and specialized equipment and processes. He also participates in … Continue reading R&I welcomes Joshua Benz to the role of Research & Development Technologist with WAMIC »

WAMIC’s 3D printing and design expertise help solve Airbus’ identification obstacles

  Former Research & Innovation alumni and Niagara College grad, Brock Husak, now a Manufacturing Project Engineer at Airbus, knew who to call when a recurring issue identifying brackets arose on the shop floor. Each bracket is part of a latch assembly. The latch assembly is used on two different panels; these panels are at the top of the aircraft (H130) and surround the engine. … Continue reading WAMIC’s 3D printing and design expertise help solve Airbus’ identification obstacles »

Now Hiring: Computer Programming Research Assistant with our WAMIC team

Located at the Welland Campus of Niagara College, the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC) provides small regional manufacturers access to needed facilities, equipment, technical expertise and serves to assist them in product development, technology adoption, and commercialization. Main Functions:  The Computer Programmer Research Assistant will have a comprehensive skill set to work with the WAMIC team, and Industry Partners on a variety of applied … Continue reading Now Hiring: Computer Programming Research Assistant with our WAMIC team »

Position Available: Mechanical Engineering Research Assistant with our WAMIC Team | Closing date: Feb. 26, 2024

Mechanical Engineering Research Assistant The Mechanical Engineering Research Assistant will have a comprehensive skillset to work with the WAMIC team on a variety of applied research projects. Hours completed during this work term can be used toward your co-operative placement hours. The Research Assistant will report to the Research Program Manager. The successful candidate will work in Advanced Manufacturing areas such as Product Design & … Continue reading Position Available: Mechanical Engineering Research Assistant with our WAMIC Team | Closing date: Feb. 26, 2024 »

R&I welcomes Dave Lawson to the role of Advanced Manufacturing Scientist with WAMIC

Research & Innovation is pleased to welcome Dave Lawson to the team as the new Advanced Manufacturing Scientist with the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC). In this role, Dave will be responsible for leading applied research projects and supporting the technical services team. After more than 25 years of progressive roles in the automotive switch industry with Nidec Mobility Canada, Dave has “retired” to … Continue reading R&I welcomes Dave Lawson to the role of Advanced Manufacturing Scientist with WAMIC »

Position Available | Research & Development (R&D) Technologist with our WAMIC team

WAMIC equipment

Research & Development (R&D) Technologist Reporting to the Associate Director, WAMIC, the R&D Technologist, Mechanical is critical to all laboratory, applied research, and technical service activities that are related to Mechanics. The position supports activities related to product development, training, and other duties as assigned by the WAMIC Management Team. In addition, The R&D Technologist trains student and graduate employees, along with staff and researchers, … Continue reading Position Available | Research & Development (R&D) Technologist with our WAMIC team »