Director of Engineering Projects

Houston Baptist University • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Engineering Projects supports the students and faculty of the Department of Engineering by specifying, developing, calibrating, and maintaining ‘ClassLab’ environments and equipment which enable project-based learning. The Director of Engineering Projects reports to the Chair of Engineering.

Requirements

• BS in engineering, computer science, or related information technology area
• Ability to define technical requirements; identify implementation options (including cost); identify, execute, and maintain computer hardware, software, and systems.
• Ability to represent college in professional and community activities

Nice To Haves

• At least three years of experience in a similar role preferred

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and maintain programs for safety, maintenance, inventory, and training
• Specify, assemble and install, operate, and maintain a broad range of equipment and instrumentation including: traditional shop tools, electronic bench instruments (e.g., waveform generators, power supplies, oscilloscopes), 3D printing
• Directly supervise and train lab assistant student workers in the execution of Departmental projects related to ClassLabs and instruction
• Develop schedule of lab assistant and Helpdesk workers in collaboration with the faculty
• Cost, order, receive, organize, and maintain a broad range of supplies (hardware, electronic components, etc.)
• Collaborate with other campus offices as appropriate and interact with vendors to ensure implementation of approved projects
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager