Lab Technician/Assistant

Mahindra University || Centre for Life Sciences; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra University invites applications for a Lab Technician/Assistant to support Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering laboratories. The role involves setting up experiments, maintaining equipment, and assisting teaching activities.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma/ITI or a BE/B.Tech in a relevant field, with hands-on skills in fabrication, machining, CNC operations, and basic instrumentation. Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Hindi or Telugu is a plus.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ITI or BE/BTech in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of aerodynamics, structures and control (basic).
• Skills in fabrication, machining and instrumentation.
• CNC machining skills required.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Good communication in English; Hindi/Telugu a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and conducting experiments (wind tunnels, structural tests, UAV systems).
• Fabrication and assembly of experimental setups and test rigs.
• Handle lab instrumentation and data acquisition (e.g., LabVIEW).
• Maintain laboratory equipment and workshop machines.
• Coordinate with vendors for equipment procurement.
• Support teaching and laboratory classes.
• Perform machining using lathe, milling, and CNC machines.
• Read engineering drawings and use measuring instruments.
• Assist in workshop operations and institutional duties.

Skills

Lab instrumentation

Data acquisition

CNC machining

Fabrication

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Education

Diploma / ITI / BE / BTech in a relevant field

Tools

LabVIEW

Lathe

Milling

CNC machines

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician/Assistant

Department: Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Mahindra University invites applications for Lab Technician/Assistant to support Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering laboratories.

Job Title: Lab Technician/Assistant

Department: Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Mahindra University invites applications for Lab Technician/Assistant to support Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering laboratories.

Positions

• Aerodynamics, Gas Dynamics & Propulsion
• Structures & Control
• Mechanical Workshop

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and conducting experiments (wind tunnels, structural tests, UAV systems, etc.)
• Fabrication and assembly of experimental setups and test rigs
• Handle lab instrumentation and data acquisition (e.g., LabVIEW)
• Maintain laboratory equipment and workshop machines
• Coordinate with vendors for equipment procurement
• Support teaching and laboratory classes
• Perform machining using lathe, milling, and CNC machines
• Read engineering drawings and use measuring instruments
• Assist in workshop operations and institutional duties

Qualifications

• Diploma / ITI / B.E./B.Tech in relevant fields
• Knowledge of aerodynamics, structures, and control systems (basic)
• Skills in fabrication, machining, and instrumentation
• CNC machining skills required
• Basic computer knowledge
• Good communication skills (English required; Hindi/Telugu is a plus)

Experience

• 2-3 years preferred (exceptional freshers may apply)