Engineering Lab Technician - Engineering Technology

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public university in Georgia is seeking a full-time Engineering Lab Technician to maintain lab equipment, assist faculty and students, and manage inventories. The ideal candidate should have an associate's degree or equivalent and excellent problem-solving and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment.

Qualifications

• Current valid driver’s license is required.
• None required; entry-level position.
• Experience with customers and in higher education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair engineering lab equipment.
• Prepare lab equipment for courses.
• Assist with fabrication of components and lab projects.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Customer service etiquette

Education

Associate’s degree or related certificate

Advanced degree in a related field

Certificate in engineering technology

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Engineering Lab Technician (Engineering Technology)

Location: Marietta, Georgia | Regular | Full‑time | Job ID: 288021

Responsibilities

1. Maintain and repair engineering lab equipment and keep accurate records.
2. Prepare lab equipment for courses, purchase parts, and manage inventories.
3. Assist students and faculty with fabrication of components, lab projects, and research parts.
4. Maintain inventory and help enforce safety practices; provide training.
5. Complete periodic training courses and maintain technical knowledge of fabrication and maintenance.
6. Guide safe equipment operation and implement laboratory procedures.
7. Support the College by fabricating and repairing university equipment.
8. Work 10‑30% of the week across multiple departments on college‑related tasks.
9. Procure components and materials for fabrication, assembly, and repair.
10. Manage spare‑parts inventory and enforce general laboratory organization and cleanliness.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Associate’s, technical, vocational, or related degree/certificate from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Current, valid, and unrestricted driver’s license.

Required Experience

• None.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related field.
• Certificate in an engineering technology field relevant to the discipline.

Preferred Experience

• Previous related industrial experience.
• Experience working with customers and/or in higher education.
• Two years of related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Abilities

• Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of appropriate safety standards.
• Knowledge of basic programming and equipment relevant to the assigned area.
• Knowledge of engineering materials and proper specifications for components.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem‑solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time‑management, project‑management, and presentation skills.
• Proficient with computer applications (Microsoft Office, CAD/CAM software).
• Strong attention to detail and follow‑up skills.
• Strong customer service and phone/email etiquette.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU community.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• DMV
• 9‑Panel Lab Drug Test

All final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation and may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with a screening result that confirms a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job‑based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.