Mechanical Engineering TA & Lab Assistant (Winter 2027)

uOttawa | Carrières - Careers; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Ottawa is seeking a Teaching Assistant/Lab Tutor for the Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering course (MCG1101, Section B) at Main Campus, during the 2027 Winter Semester. The role entails assisting the course supervisor with weekly labs, equipment setup, student consultation, grading, and proctoring in-person.

Applicants should have completed undergraduate mechanical courses, strong knowledge of engineering mechanics, materials and manufacturing processes, and be available in

Qualifications

• Completed undergraduate mechanical engineering courses.
• Strong grasp of Free Body Diagrams and engineering mechanics.
• Solid knowledge of common engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
• Able to work with basic hand tools.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Must be available in person for the course session.
• Willingness to proctor the final exam.

Responsibilities

• Provide teaching assistance to the course supervisor.
• Conduct weekly dissection labs and set up equipment.
• Consult with students and support grading and proctoring.
• Allocation of hours and duties will be defined by the supervisor.

Skills

Free Body Diagrams

Engineering mechanics

Engineering materials

Manufacturing processes

Hand tools

Communication skills

In-person availability

Exam proctoring

Education

Undergraduate mechanical courses

Job description

University of Ottawa is seeking a Teaching Assistant/Lab Tutor for the Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering course (MCG1101, Section B) at Main Campus, during the 2027 Winter Semester. The role entails assisting the course supervisor with weekly labs, equipment setup, student consultation, grading, and proctoring in-person.

Applicants should have completed undergraduate mechanical courses, strong knowledge of engineering mechanics, materials and manufacturing processes, and be available in