Director of Mechanical Engineering Labs
Position Summary
The Director of Mechanical Engineering Labs supports the students and faculty of the Department of Engineering by specifying, developing, calibrating, and maintaining lab environments and equipment which enable mechanical engineering work and project-based learning. The Director of Mechanical Engineering Labs reports to the Chair of Mechanical Engineering.
Job Responsibilities
- Define, implement, and maintain programs for safety, maintenance, inventory, and training
- Specify, assemble and install, operate, and maintain a broad range of equipment and instrumentation related to concepts, analysis, and testing in thermal sciences, materials science, and instrumentation
- Directly supervise and train lab assistant student workers in the execution of Departmental projects related to instruction, lab activities, and both additive and subtractive manufacturing
- Develop schedule of lab assistant and Helpdesk workers in collaboration with the faculty
- Cost, order, receive, organize, and maintain a broad range of supplies (hardware, components, etc.)
- Collaborate with other campus offices as appropriate and interact with vendors to ensure implementation of approved projects
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- BS in mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology, or a related field
- Ability to define technical requirements; identify implementation options (including cost); identify, execute, and maintain hardware, software, and systems.
- Ability to represent college in professional and community activities
- At least three years of experience in a similar role preferred
Additional Information
Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu.
The University has implemented its Ten Pillars vision (hc.edu/vision) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.
Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.
**Disclaimer**
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology, or a related field
- Ability to define technical requirements and evaluate implementation options, including cost
- Ability to execute and maintain hardware, software, and systems
- Ability to represent the college in professional and community activities
- At least three years of experience in a similar role
- Active Christian faith and support for the university’s statements of belief
What We Do
Houston Christian University is a Christian liberal arts institution that provides professional and graduate programs designed to equip students to lead, collaborate, and discover. For more than 60 years, the university has focused on fostering a deep sense of purpose in its students through a faith-based academic environment.
