Advanced Manufacturing & Service Center Laboratory Specialist

NC State College of Engineering; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Programs

Disability Plans

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State College of Engineering seeks an Advanced Manufacturing & Service Center Laboratory Specialist to operate and maintain specialized manufacturing equipment. The role includes working with machining, CNC programming, and 3D printing while supporting research fabrication projects.

Qualified candidates should have at least a high school diploma and two years of experience in advanced manufacturing. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement programs, paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in advanced manufacturing or equivalent education and training.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license (non-commercial).

Responsibilities

• Fabricate specialized components for research and course instruction.
• Operate the Senior Design Laboratory and Research Fabrication Shop.
• Provide lab safety training and maintain safety protocols.
• Set up and maintain the Hot Press Facility.
• Assist machine users and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Machining

CNC programming

Waterjet operation

Laser cutting

3D printing

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Grinders

Calipers

Micrometers

Laser scanners

Job description

Position Overview

Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at North Carolina State University seeks an Advanced Manufacturing & Service Center Laboratory Specialist. The role involves operating and maintaining specialized manufacturing equipment, supervising the hot press facility, and supporting research fabrication projects.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate specialized components for research and course instruction, including machining, CNC programming, waterjet, laser cutting, and 3D printing.
• Operate the Senior Design Laboratory and Research Fabrication Shop, working with the Laboratory Manager and Research Fabrication Facility Supervisor.
• Provide lab safety training and maintain safety protocols in collaboration with Environmental Health and Safety.
• Set up, operate, and maintain the Hot Press Facility, including machine logs, maintenance, and customer support.
• Assist machine users with recipe and process development, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate repairs with OEM.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements, inventory management, and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least two years of experience in advanced manufacturing; or equivalent education and training.
• Knowledge of milling machines, lathes, grinders, waterjet, laser cutter, and 3D printers.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or SolidWorks for waterjet and 3D printing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, using calipers, micrometers, and laser scanners.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license (non‑commercial).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Retirement Programs.
• Disability Plans.
• Life Insurance.
• Accident Plan.
• Paid Time Off and other leave programs.
• 12 holidays per year.
• Tuition and Academic Assistance.

EEO Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive equal opportunities regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations are encouraged to contact the Office of Equal Opportunity. NC State University participates in E‑Verify.