Lab Assistant - Mechanical Engineering Technology

Metropolitan State University of Denver•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology at MSU Denver offers a selection of undergraduate degrees to fulfill curiosity and maximize career opportunities for students. Mechanical Engineering Technology majors explore inventive ways to improve existing technology while experimenting on new and improved ideas. Mechanical Engineering Technology students receive a solid foundation in the fundamentals of the discipline as well as considerable hands-on laboratory work to prepare careers in any number of industries, from large aerospace companies to small manufacturing and custom-design businesses. A successful Lab Assistant will have working knowledge in both traditional and advanced manufacturing facilities. This position is responsible for supporting the diverse body of faculty and students of the Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) Program in the Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology (EAET). The primary responsibilities include laboratory support, instruction, maintenance and repair of associated facilities and equipment in the MET program laboratories under the direction of the MET Program Director.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a closely related discipline OR relevant / equivalent experience in education or manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

Minimum two-years experience in manufacturing lab operations including manual and NC machines for metal fabrication, metal processing (heat treatment and cold working) and material testing.
Demonstrated working knowledge of software packages used in the Lab.
Experience supporting faculty and student projects, lab development, etc.
Demonstrated working knowledge with advanced manufacturing techniques and machine operation.
Demonstrated competency in maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the associated equipment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to write technical specifications and procedures.

Responsibilities

Assist faculty and students with laboratory preparation including laboratory setup and demonstrations of traditional and advanced manufacturing techniques and machine operation, including composite material (i.e. carbon fiber, Kevlar, fiberglass) fabrication and repair
Maintain a safe and secure MET laboratory environment
Testing and repair of assigned MET laboratory equipment such as HAAS Milling, FANUC CNC controls and etc.
Maintain and update the software packages used in the MET lab such as, LabView, NC programming and MasterCam
Maintain supply inventory of assigned MET laboratory equipment
Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule for assigned MET laboratory equipment
Order necessary parts, equipment, and supplies
3D printing techniques (SLA, FFF, DMLS)
Coordinate with the EAET Department Chair and Program Director to manage the MET laboratory budget and aid in decisions regarding existing laboratory equipment upgrades as the program budget allows
Provide lab support and instruction in MET1010 Manufacturing Processes, MET2200 Materials of Engineering, and other classes assigned by MET Program Director.
Other duties as assigned by MET Program Director and EAET Department Chair.