"Industrial Design Instructor and ALIC Technology Manager"

Summary of Position

The Industrial Design Instructor and ALIC Technology Manager will provide technical and instructional support for the Allegheny Lab for Innovation & Creativity (ALIC) and the Art Department’s Industrial Design program, interfacing with students, faculty, and staff. This role is responsible for maintaining the safety and functionality of hardware and software across ALIC and related facilities, ensuring the labs remain fully operational and equipped to support teaching, learning, and creative exploration.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching and academic support: Teach up to 2 courses per year (8 credits) in the Industrial Design program. Annual course assignments are made in consultation with the ART department chair and oversee Senior Comprehensive Projects.
• Technical support: Provide technical support to faculty, students and staff for the Allegheny College ALIC Labs, with a focus on 3D printers, CNC equipment, automation technologies, laser cutters, photo studios and computer labs. In this role, serve as a resource for students, faculty, and staff across all associated facilities, ensuring that equipment is properly maintained, accessible, and effectively integrated into teaching, learning, and creative work. Additionally, aid and facilitate the use of this equipment by offering guidance, training, and hands-on support, including assisting with the production of prototypes and projects when needed to advance instructional and creative goals.
• Technology management: Procure, install, and maintain technologies in ALIC. Work with ALIC leadership to determine future technology needs.
• On-site management of facilities: Submit and track facility work order requests with Physical Plant, and serve as steward for the facility’s asset inventory, including equipment, tooling, and materials. Oversee space and facility reservation requests from the college community, troubleshoot building concerns, and coordinate timely resolution of facility needs. Manage vendor relationships and accounts, including scheduling of routine machine maintenance when not possible through internal processes.
• ALIC Team Support: Oversee student workers, including hiring, training, and management, to ensure smooth daily operations and high-quality service. This function extends to attending and actively participating in various ALIC events as directed by the Executive Director of ALIC@Bessemer. These events may include industry panels, community outreach, and fundraising activities.

Experience and Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred. All fields of study are welcome. Industrial Design or related degree are preferred.
• 1-3 years of related experience preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A thorough knowledge of industrial design principles is required. Additionally, a comprehensive knowledge of contemporary industrial design technologies, from additive manufacturing and automation/robotics to software suites such as Solidworks, Mastercam, or similar, is also required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; material fabrication proficiency; strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and to multi-task

Compensation

Starting salary will be competitive, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The Hiring Process

Please submit a cover letter, resume, portfolio of personal research, PDF of 20 works, and provide contact information for three references to the Office of Human Resources, Allegheny College, 520 N. Main Street, Meadville, PA 16335 or by e-mail to employment@allegheny.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.