The Core Student Workshop Student Assistant

The Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (IME) part of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark offers a part-time position (01.09.2026 30.06.2027) as a Student Helper at The Core - Student Workshop.

The Core Workshop is a hands-on facility within IME supporting research teaching and student projects through advanced fabrication and prototyping capabilities. The workshop is equipped with a broad range of machinery including FDM resin (SLA/DLP) and SLS 3D printers laser cutters drills and a variety of other hand and bench tools enabling the production of specialised parts and components across disciplines.

The Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering is located in the inspiring Alsion building in Sønderborg which hosts both academic and industrial actors fostering strong collaboration between research and industry.

Responsibilities

• Printing specialised parts for colleagues and students using FDM resin (SLA/DLP) and SLS 3D printers
• Ordering and managing workshop supplies including filaments resins powders and consumables
• Maintaining and troubleshooting workshop machinery to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Supporting and supervising students in the use of 3D printers and other workshop equipment

• Assisting in the preparation and organisation of the workshop environment

Qualifications and Skills

The following qualifications and skills are considered strong assets:

• Experience with CAD software (e.g. Fusion 360 SolidWorks or similar) for designing and preparing parts for fabrication
• Extensive knowledge of 3D printing processes including familiarity with slicing software and printer operation
• Practical hands-on experience in a workshop or fabrication environment is an advantage but not a requirement
• Understanding of design-for-manufacturing principles and material properties relevant to additive manufacturing
• Ability to work independently take initiative and manage tasks such as supply ordering and equipment upkeep
• Good communication skills and a helpful service-minded attitude towards students and colleagues

For further information about the position and the application procedure please contact:

Andrei-Alexandru Popa

Associate Professor Mechatronics Head of Program

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e-mail:

Application must include cover letter CV and transcript of grades. All documents in connection with the application should not contain CPR number (civil registration number) in that case the CPR number must be crossed out.