REACH Co-Lab Research Assistant

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The REACH Co-Lab within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSU would like to hire a temporary hourly employee to support research. This role involves constructing and operating research facilities for thermal energy systems, including designing, specifying, and procuring components, fabricating parts, and performing demolition work. The assistant will operate and troubleshoot test facilities to collect data.

Requirements

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• Experience in using CAD software to design energy systems and components
• Experience in thermal systems design, fabrication, and performance testing
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 1 year of relevant industry or academic experience in a research laboratory, especially at the CSU Powerhouse Energy Campus
• Ability to work with various groups of people including students, faculty, staff and other collaborators both within the University and external to the University

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and procure engineered components for thermal energy research projects at the REACH CoLab
• Construct test facilities for thermal systems experiments
• Fabricate components for test facility using basic machine tools
• Perform demolition work to create space for new experiments
• Operate and troubleshoot test facilities to collect data

Benefits

• Robust benefits package
• Collaborative atmosphere
• Focus on work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level