Concept Center Lab Aid

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a part-time, hourly student worker to support the Concept Center projects in Ogden, UT. The role involves CAD design, machining, welding, drafting, testing, 3D printing, and general fabrication, with opportunities to contribute to project management and client presentations.

Applicants must be currently enrolled in Engineering or Engineering Technology programs. The position offers flexible scheduling (15–20 hours per week) and pays $11.75–$15.00 per hour, DOE.

Qualifications

• Prioritize hands-on design and fabrication tasks.
• Experience with CAD, machining, welding, and drafting desirable.
• Ability to contribute to project management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support Concept Center projects with CAD design.
• Assist with machining, welding, drafting, testing, and 3D printing.
• Engage in general fabrication and project management duties.
• Report progress and present results to Concept Center customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD design

Machining

Welding

Drafting

Testing

Engineering Consultation

3d printing

General fabrication

Project management

Composites layup

Education

Currently enrolled in Engineering, Engineering Technology program.

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H00335P

Position Category

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 15-20

Months per year

Months per year 12

Varied schedule as needed to accommodate a varied class schedule.

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

Hourly Pay Rate $11.75-$15.00 DOE

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

Engage in activities related to the following in support of Concept Center projects:

• CAD design
• Machining
• Welding
• Drafting
• Testing
• Engineering Consultation
• 3d printing
• General fabrication
• Project management
• Report on progress
• Present to Concept Center customers
• Other duties as assigned

**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

Currently enrolled in Engineering, Engineering Technology program.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience a minimum of 3 of the following.

• CAD design
• Machining
• Welding
• Drafting
• Testing
• Engineering Consultation
• 3d printing
• General fabrication
• Project management
• Composites layup

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to have visual acuity to perform activities such as: operating machines, (i.e. lathes, drill presses, power saws) where the job is at or within arm’s reach; skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, plumber, mechanic.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. , The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.