Machinist II

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist II works under general supervision as a fabricator, supervisor, and educator for the Mechanical Engineering department’s machine shop and Rapid Prototyping Studio. The role instructs and supervises students in the safe use of CNC and machining equipment and assists staff, faculty, and students with part fabrication. It also fabricates, maintains, and repairs metal shop parts, tools, and equipment. The position operates primarily during evenings and weekend hours and is located on the main campus in College Station, Texas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years of related experience.
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to perform mathematical computations.
Ability to read engineering drawings and sketches.
Willingness to work primarily during evenings and weekend hours.
Ability to work with college-age students and demonstrate patience and empathy for untrained individuals.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

Lead training sessions for mechanical engineering students on manual shop equipment, CNC machines, and related software.
Provide technical assistance and instructional support to students, staff, and faculty in the machine shop and Rapid Prototyping Studio.
Perform semi-complex jobs of a mechanical nature.
Manufacture parts from steel, aluminum, or other materials using drawings, prints, or verbal instructions to the required tolerance.
Manufacture parts such as gears, all makes of threads, shafts, adaptors, jigs, and fixtures to very close tolerances.
Fabricate, maintain, and repair metal shop parts, tools, and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and prescription coverage through Express Scripts.
Options for vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
Defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), including an 8.25% employer contribution.
Additional voluntary retirement programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Free training access through LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities.
Tuition assistance and educational release time.
Access to Engineer Your Wellness health and fitness programs.
Wellness release time to promote work/life balance.