Engineering Lab Instructor will work in the lab and assist with the lab preparations and/or tutor students.

Associate’s degree in a related field

Practical workshop/lab skills

Demonstrated commitment to safety

Knowledge of instruments and devices used within the lab: CNC machines, 3-D printers, turning machines, pneumatic and hydraulic devices

Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
Experience working at a community college
Proficient use of CAD and/or CAM software (Inventor, Inventor CAM, Fusion 360)
Familiarity with G-CODE
Industrial experience as an Engineer
Membership in professional organizations

Manage and organize Concho Engineering and Machine Lab

Support Midland College and partner institution students and faculty within the lab

Work closely with students in lab setting
- Instruct students in proper equipment usage
- Ensure safe usage of equipment
- Assist students with projects and lab assignments

Work with University partners to assist coordination of co-enrollment programs
- Texas A&M/Concho Engineering Academy
- UTPB Engineering

Work across disciplines to ensure student access
- Engineering, Energy Technology, Welding, HVAC, CADD

Oversee budget and equipment

Develop and implement safety protocols
- Build, maintain, and administer equipment safety training modules

Monitor operational condition of equipment
- Maintain schedule of preventative maintenance
- Work with equipment vendors
- Develop and implement equipment replacement plan

Manage lab schedule and student usage
- Work scheduled hours on nights and weekends as needed

Clean lab as needed

Other job duties as assigned

Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 25 pounds

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

Use of manual dexterity

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

The person in this position frequently communicates with students; must be able to exchange accurate information

The person in this position needs to occasionally move from office to classroom

Classroom, lab, and office setting

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