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

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.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintains and repairs engineering lab equipment and maintains associated records
2. Prepares engineering lab equipment for engineering lab courses and purchases parts and/or components for machines and/or specimens
3. Assists students and faculty with fabrication of components, lab projects, student projects, test specimens and research parts
4. Maintains inventory and contributes to best safety practices ensuring students receive proper training and follow safe practices in accordance with appropriate standards
5. Completes periodic training courses and maintains knowledge and skill with changing technology for fabrication, maintenance, and assembly
6. Provides guidance regarding safe equipment operation and implementation of laboratory procedures
7. Provides support to the College with maintenance by fabricating and repairing university equipment
8. Provides support to the College by working 10-30% each week across multiple departments on college related tasks (ex. equipment set up)
9. Procures components and materials needed for fabrication, assembly, and/or repair of laboratory systems
10. Manages an inventory of spare parts and enforce practices of general laboratory organization and cleanliness