Machinist Engineer Advisor (CNC)

This Volunteer Placement is Located in : Iringa, Tanzania

Start Date : April / May 2025

Placement Length : 6 months with the possibility of extension

Language Requirements : English Level 5-Fluent

Eligibility : Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role

As a Machinist Engineer Advisor (CNC), you will provide technical expertise and guidance in the field of machining and engineering, specifically focusing on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. Your knowledge and experience will be leveraged to enhance the capacity of local technicians and workers, ensuring they can effectively operate and maintain CNC machines. By building local capacity, you will contribute to the development of a skilled workforce and improve economic opportunities in the communities we work in.

As a volunteer, you will :

• Study sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Measure, mark, and describe dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining as necessary.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines as necessary to machine parts as required.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify conformance of the finished workpiece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary.
• Set up and operate the machine on a trial run to verify the accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on machines as required.
• Confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and maintain all equipment, to a like-new appearance, according to maintenance plans and established procedures.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that you get along with customers, clients, coworkers and management.
• Continue to grow, learn knowledge, and use the tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements :

• 3 – 8 years of work experience in CNC Lathe Machine, CNC Vertical Milling Machine.
• 4 – 10 years of work experience in CNC Plasma Cutter and must be able to fabricate different objects.
• Competent in CNC Lathe and Milling Machines highly needed.
• Facilitation and training skills; experience in development and delivering workshops.
• Program delivery experience at a managerial level.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite program.
• Competent in software such as AUTO CAD & SOLID WORKS.
• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Machinist, Auto mechanical.
• Industrial Automation and robotics.

What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!

About Us, the Project and the Partner

Cuso International

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures.

Project - Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)

Cuso International will deliver the Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE) project, with a contribution from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) over seven years (2020-2027). SHARE aims to improve the economic and / or social well-being of the poorest, most marginalized and vulnerable people, particularly women and girls, in developing countries, with a view to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.

Partner - Small Industries Development Organization

In October 1973, the government-owned organization, SIDO, was established under the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Marketing in Tanzania. The primary objective was to promote the growth of the small industry sector in the country.

Terms and Conditions

Cuso International's terms and conditions allow you to lead a modest and healthy lifestyle similar to local living standards. This support package will cover basic living expenses for one volunteer and is not intended to cover home-based expenses (eg. loans, support payments, etc.) or luxury items such as imported items in placement or international personal travel.

Support Package

• Modest monthly living allowance.
• Accommodation while in placement.
• Medical Health Insurance (including the cost of required vaccinations and antimalarial medication).
• Round-trip airfare and visa / work permit costs.
• Pre-placement training, In-Country Orientation (ICO) and Reintegration Debriefing.
• Support while in placement through Cuso International's Country Program Office (CPO) and local partners throughout your placement.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) while in placement and upon return.
• Bonus : Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months.

Selection Requirements :

• Confirm Passport or Permanent Resident details for travel purposes.
• Provide 2 Professional References and 1 Personal Reference.
• Complete a language assessment during the preliminary telephone interview in the language required for your placement.
• Obtain a satisfactory Police Check.
• Complete a medical exam and be medically cleared before your departure.
• Due to the COVID-19 situation, be double vaccinated following the World Health Organization-approved vaccines.