Engineering Technician Senior, Machinist

University of Akron • Akron, OH

8d • $58,000

About The Position

Journeyman Machinist Job Summary: Provide technical services to support the College's research and teaching efforts including, but not limited to machine instruction, safety training, maintenance of equipment, design, machining, fabrication and recommendation through installation of new equipment. Provide assistance to faculty and students while promoting compliance with safety regulations. Essential Functions: 40%-60% Perform various design, machining, fabrication and troubleshooting procedures. Provide support in terms of CAD/CAM. Instruct students and faculty in the appropriate use of machinery, electronic instruments and computers hardware/software. 10%-15% Recommend, maintain, install, trouble-shoot and repair technical equipment. 10% Consult with vendors and oversees purchasing activities to properly secure technical items, supplies and equipment for the College. 15% Monitor specific environmental, health and safety regulations and coordinate with other units on campus. Additional Position Information:

Requirements

• Requires 18 months of education or training beyond high school.
• Journeyman machinist
• Requires a minimum of 4 years experience in CAD/CAM, machining and mechanical design.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Knowledge of CNC hardware and software as well as manual machining equipment is required.
• Experience in part design and fabrication using mills, lathes, drill press and sheet metal work.
• Windows, machine tool and die making and troubleshooting of undergraduate laboratory equipment required.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform various design, machining, fabrication and troubleshooting procedures.
• Provide support in terms of CAD/CAM.
• Instruct students and faculty in the appropriate use of machinery, electronic instruments and computers hardware/software.
• Recommend, maintain, install, trouble-shoot and repair technical equipment.
• Consult with vendors and oversees purchasing activities to properly secure technical items, supplies and equipment for the College.
• Monitor specific environmental, health and safety regulations and coordinate with other units on campus.
• Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers.

Benefits

• The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave.
• In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission.
• All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA).
• The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
• Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees