Lab Manager

University of St Thomas•Saint Paul, MN

4d•$68,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Lab Manager for Mechanical Engineering within the School of Engineering The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission. JOB SUMMARY Collaborate with School of Engineering Lab Management Team to support the safety, operations, and maintenance of Mechanical Engineering Labs and Fabrication Shop; support students and faculty in project development while fostering a supportive student-centered learning environment.

Requirements

Two years of post-secondary education, preferably in an engineering or fabrication-related field
Five years of practical experience in fabrication, mechanical engineering technology, and/or industrial environments
Knowledge of safe work practices in a laboratory, machine shop, or industrial setting.
Demonstrated ability to communicate, coordinate, and manage shop personnel

Nice To Haves

Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
Prior experience working in an educational or academic environment
Broad experience with fabrication tools and equipment across multiple areas (e.g., machining, woodworking, welding)
Experience planning, designing, or organizing lab, shop, or fabrication spaces

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe lab environment by promoting a strong safety culture, accountability, and shared responsibility.
Maintain a high level of professionalism in the lab and in communication with students, faculty, staff, and other campus departments and trades.
Teach students how to safely operate lab machinery and equipment.
Assist students and faculty with the design and setup of new projects, research tests, and teaching lab components; foster a learning mindset.
Coordinate and ensure safe and efficient lab operations through effective scheduling and communication, systems, policy development and implementation, and operations monitoring.
Manage spaces, systems and personnel with the goal of fostering a supportive, cooperative working environment.
Hire, train, and supervise student workers and lab employees.
Collaborate across the School of Engineering to support coordinated lab and project activities; serve as a liaison to departments, centers, and programs, aligning work with broader School and Departmental priorities.
Maintain Mechanical Engineering labs to ensure they are stocked, organized, and in good working order; specify, procure, and oversee maintenance and calibration of lab and shop equipment.
Apply fabrication skills to design, machine, construct, and maintain custom equipment and fixtures supporting lab and shop activities.