Engineering Lab Technician - Engineering Technology

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia.

We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe.

Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Department Information

Department Specific Tasks And Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain, troubleshoot and repair engineering lab and machine shop equipment.
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures, safety guidelines for labs or equipment and other documents relevant to the use of mechanical equipment.
• An emphasis on ¿customer service¿ when assisting students and faculty, with fabrication or 3D printing of components, test specimens, and parts and ensures students and graduate assistants follow safe practices and receive proper training. Test proficiency of equipment knowledge.
• Construct complex precision components, mechanical devices, and structures using manual/CNC fabrication and/or 3D printing methods.
• Determines mechanical equipment and material supply quantities and ensures stock is available.
• Prepare, operate, train, and oversee operation of a wide variety of equipment such as 3D printers, power tools, CNC Mills/Lathes, water jet cutters, and welders.
• Recommend and specify new equipment or equipment upgrades.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*

• Possess a customer-focused mindset, proactively addressing needs and concerns of the students and faculty and needs of the department.
• Knowledge of G-code and various CNC/manual machining equipment.
• Knowledge of materials and proper specifications for fabrication of parts.
• Operational knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Proficiency in or the ability to learn basic physics (forces, load transfers, vibrations, energy transfer)

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

(Preferred qualifications)

Certificate in welding, CNC Machining, tool and die.

Other professional certification in manufacturing processes from an accredited institution.

Previous experience in fabrication with Manual and CNC machining experience producing high quality objects, Welding, Laser/plasma/waterjet cutters, Press brake / metal forming equipment.

Job Summary

Provide hands-on technical services and practical application guidance to students and faculty in an undergraduate engineering research setting. Technician duties depend on the specialized field of study. Supports the instructional mission of the College and University by maintaining the mechanical aspects of the laboratories and specialized equipment in those laboratories.

Please refer to the job description addendum for additional information specific to the area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains and repairs engineering lab equipment and maintains associated records
• Prepares engineering lab equipment for engineering lab courses and purchases parts and/or components for machines and/or specimens
• Assists students and faculty with fabrication of components, lab projects, student projects, test specimens and research parts
• Maintains inventory and contributes to best safety practices ensuring students receive proper training and follow safe practices in accordance with appropriate standards
• Completes periodic training courses and maintains knowledge and skill with changing technology for fabrication, maintenance, and assembly
• Provides guidance regarding safe equipment operation and implementation of laboratory procedures
• Provides support to the College with maintenance by fabricating and repairing university equipment
• Provides support to the College by working 10-30% each week across multiple departments on college related tasks (ex. equipment set up)
• Procures components and materials needed for fabrication, assembly, and/or repair of laboratory systems
• Manages an inventory of spare parts and enforce practices of general laboratory organization and cleanliness

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Associate's, technical, vocational or related degree and/or certificate from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

Other Required Qualifications

Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience

None

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Certificate in an engineering technology field related to the assigned discipline

Preferred Experience

Previous related industrial experience

Previous experience working with customers and/or in higher education

Two years (2) of related work experience

Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Extensive knowledge of appropriate safety standards

Knowledge of basic programming and equipment related to assigned area

Knowledge of engineering materials and proper specifications for components

Skills

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the department (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, CAD/CAM software)

Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.