Title: Mechanical Laboratory Engineer

VP Area: Academic Affairs

Department: College of Innovation & Solutions

Published Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 commensurate with qualifications, expertise, and experience

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Under administrative direction and reporting directly to the Chair of the School of Engineering & Technology; to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electro-mechanical systems in all the engineering labs; assist with mechanical & manufacturing engineering laboratory experiments/activities set-up; to interact extensively with students in machine shop; to support senior capstone projects by supervising and coaching students as well as managing/completing mechanical work and mechanical portions of electro-mechanical projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Fabricate, install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment for all engineering labs.
2. Establish and maintain an evaluation, maintenance, and calibration schedule to ensure
equipment is functional and safe to operate.
3. Maintain inventory and orderly storage of equipment and supplies.
4. Establish and maintain safety policies and verify equipment is installed and operated in
accordance with relevant safety standards.
5. Provide technical advice, guidance, and assistance to students in the senior project capstone.
6. Supervise students working in the machine shop as well as other mechanical, manufacturing, and related labs.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have an associate (or higher) degree or some related industrial experience. The candidate will also have capabilities using standard machine shop equipment, interpreting mechanical drawings, producing machined parts, and making mechanical repairs. Excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong command of the English language are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

B.S. degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or Engineering Technology. Certification as a machinist and/or welder.
Proficiency in CAD/CAM systems and the maintenance and operation of HAAS CNC mills
and lathes.
Proficiency in 3D printing (additive manufacturing).
Familiarity with robotic and automation systems as well as industry standard control systems.
Multiple years of related industrial experience.

Physical Demands:

Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid as required; ability to speak, to understand and be understood, under normal circumstances; full use of arms, hands, legs and feet, or sufficient use of arms, hands, legs and feet to accomplish assigned tasks.

Ability to individually lift up to 100 pounds and to lift and transport equipment and materials with others in excess of 200 pounds. Must be able to push or pull heavy loads. Must be able to stoop and bend for long periods of time and work in confined spaces.

Must be able to work in confined spaces requiring stooping, crawling, and bending; climb ladders or other elevated platforms to heights up to 50 feet and be able to work from high areas.

The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.