Engineering Lab Director

International Executive Service Corps; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell University’s School of Engineering is seeking a Laboratory Manager to lead all engineering labs, manage equipment/instrumentation, and ensure safety and compliance, reporting to the Dean and working with faculty and staff.

The role requires 5+ years in laboratory management, a degree in engineering, and strong IT proficiency. Responsibilities include safety oversight, budget and procurement, accreditation support and coordination with Facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Experience with a variety of mechanical, chemical, electrical and/or 3D printing equipment and machining desirable.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a laboratory role with management/oversight responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Forms, and Flow; CNC conversational programs, vector editing software, and CAD/CAM software and the Internet and ability to quickly learn additional software programs and tools necessary to carry out job duties

Responsibilities

• Oversee all engineering laboratories, classlabs, equipment, instrumentation, processes and buildings in the School of Engineering.
• Maintain all laboratory equipment, instrumentation and related supplies and materials in proper working order; engage in electronic troubleshooting using a DMM.
• Manage hazardous waste to abide by state and federal regulations; create and maintain procedures on how to treat and store hazardous waste.
• Investigate and resolve all equipment and laboratory-related problems and issues.
• Schedule and oversee all major repairs and annual maintenance of equipment and instrumentation.
• Oversee, submit requests for, and order all approved equipment, instrumentation, materials, and supplies for all laboratories, classlabs, competition teams, and related activities.
• Evaluate and oversee all procurement of equipment, materials and instrumentation.
• Hire, train, and supervise undergraduate student workers for the engineering labs.
• Monitor inventory for all labs, classlabs, and courses which utilize equipment and laboratories.
• Serve as the School of Engineering Laboratory Safety Officer.
• Oversee all laboratory documentation, signage, safety equipment, evacuation plans, and related training for faculty, staff, and students.
• Maintain all documentation and websites associated with School of Engineering laboratory, equipment and instrumentation usage, training, reporting, and safety requirements.
• Oversee data collection to support ABET accreditation activities.
• Serve as liaison between the School of Engineering and campus Facilities and Housekeeping.
• Oversee the safety training program and enforcement for all students, faculty and staff in the School of Engineering.
• Manage and conduct laboratory safety training for all students, faculty and staff in the School of Engineering, as well as related documentation
• Assist with accreditation activities involving the laboratories, classlabs, equipment, and instrumentation.
• Assist faculty, as needed, with preparation of laboratory classes.
• Supervise other laboratory personnel.
• Assist with special projects and events.
• Manage multiple, concurrent projects and still meet strict deadlines.
• Collaborate and interact with engineering professionals.
• Organize, direct, and prioritize work appropriately.
• Create new lab management processes and responsibilities in response to new engineering challenges from senior design projects and other emerging technology.
• Other job-related duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education

Engineering degree (B.S./M.S.) in chemical or mechanical or related field

Job description

Campbell University’s School of Engineering is seeking a Laboratory Manager to lead all engineering labs, manage equipment/instrumentation, and ensure safety and compliance, reporting to the Dean and working with faculty and staff.

The role requires 5+ years in laboratory management, a degree in engineering, and strong IT proficiency. Responsibilities include safety oversight, budget and procurement, accreditation support and coordination with Facilities.