Engineering Lab Technician - Engineering Technology

Job Details

Engineering Lab Technician - Engineering Technology

Job ID: 288021
Location: Marietta, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department Specific Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Prepare, maintain, troubleshoot and repair engineering lab and machine shop equipment.
2. Prepare Standard Operating Procedures, safety guidelines for labs or equipment and other documents relevant to the use of mechanical equipment.
3. An emphasis on 'customer service' when assisting students and faculty, with fabrication or 3D printing of components, test specimens, and parts and ensures students and graduate assistants follow safe practices and receive proper training. Test proficiency of equipment knowledge.
4. Construct complex precision components, mechanical devices, and structures using manual/CNC fabrication and/or 3D printing methods.
5. Determines mechanical equipment and material supply quantities and ensures stock is available.
6. Prepare, operate, train, and oversee operation of a wide variety of equipment such as 3D printers, power tools, CNC Mills/Lathes, water jet cutters, and welders.
7. Recommend and specify new equipment or equipment upgrades.

Job Summary

Provide hands-on technical services and practical application guidance to students and faculty in an undergraduate engineering research setting. Technician duties depend on the specialized field of study. Supports the instructional mission of the College and University by maintaining the mechanical aspects of the laboratories and specialized equipment in those laboratories.