MAPRO Design Engineer - Biomechanics - Other Hourly Worker

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MAPRO Design Engineer - Biomechanics - Other Hourly Worker

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The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
MAPRO Design Engineer - Biomechanics - Other Hourly Worker

Department
Biomechanics

Essential Functions

This hourly worker position is a multidisciplinary engineering role that provides design, development, prototyping, and testing of electronic, robotic, and mechanical devices for use in biomechanics research and projects as part of our Machining and Prototype Core (MAPRO). This position works alongside full-time MAPRO staff and reports directly to the MAPRO Director.

Work Schedule
15 hours per week

Additional Duties

• Designing and implementing devices using CAD software
• Operation and maintenance of both manual and CNC Mills, Lathes, Machine Tools, 3D Printers.
• Program robotic and electrical equipment using Java, C++, and Python.
• Providing input toward the solution of complex problems with Core Facility team members while providing an engineering-focused level of insight and problem-solving.
• Produces highly detailed and accurate drawings for use as supplemental material for publications that utilize in-house designs and devices. This includes assembly drawings, bills of materials, and part illustrations.
• Communicate with University faculty for the development of New Invention Notifications and patents.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Currently pursuing a Ph.D.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNO is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an E-Verify employer.

Salary
23.00/hour

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
2026T-00130

Close Date
07/12/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents