Project Technician Mechanical

Posting Description

PROJECT TECHNICIAN Mechanical Engineering - Pappalardo Lab will support teaching course projects and events for Mechanical Engineering classes and outreach programs; provide instruction and supervision in fabrication methods mechanical design equipment operation machining practices and shop safety; monitor student work and advise on fabrication approaches and appropriate tool use; help students complete course projects; prepare instructional materials; support presentations and demonstrations; assist with 2.009 2.670 and 2.007 with possible support for 2.671 2.678 the Womens Technology Program Discover Mechanical Engineering and other programs; maintain equipment tooling and work areas in the machine shop student assembly areas woodshop and waterjet facility; set up lab spaces; organize materials; and ensure tools and equipment are safe functional and ready for use.

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Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Graduation from a two-year day technical school or equivalent; minimum of ten years of applicable experience; sound basic knowledge of fabrication machining and laboratory operations; proficiency with manual and CNC milling turning welding woodworking carpentry and sheet metal fabrication; experience mentoring undergraduates on fabrication-based projects; ability to organize and maintain project workspaces and follow and enforce safety policies; strong judgment initiative troubleshooting skills collaboration skills and ability to balance instructional support shop operations and multiple course deadlines. PREFERRED: Experience supporting engineering design courses student project laboratories or outreach programs.

This position is represented by the Research Development and Technical Employees Union (RDTEU).

7/1/2026