Instructional Lab Engineer – Maker Lab & Safety Lead

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington is seeking an instructional engineer to oversee instructional lab administration and supervision in the Aeronautics and Astronautics department. The role involves coordinating lab curricula, training TAs, and ensuring equipment operates correctly.

You will also supervise machine shop activities and support wind tunnel testing as needed. Responsibilities include safety program enforcement, lab onboarding, and collaboration with facilities to maintain EH&S standards;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or scientific discipline and one year experience as an engineering technician or related experience.
• Equivalents may substitute for minimum qualifications with exceptions for licensure or certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and supervise instructional lab curriculum with faculty and train TAs.
• Consult on instructional research projects and plan equipment use.
• Train users on departmental equipment and modify apparatus as needed.
• Install, repair, and maintain instructional and research lab equipment.
• Support wind tunnel testing and safety compliance in designated labs.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or scientific discipline

Tools

Data acquisition tools

3D CAD modeling

Fabrication equipment

Soldering

Job description

The University of Washington is seeking an instructional engineer to oversee instructional lab administration and supervision in the Aeronautics and Astronautics department. The role involves coordinating lab curricula, training TAs, and ensuring equipment operates correctly.

You will also supervise machine shop activities and support wind tunnel testing as needed. Responsibilities include safety program enforcement, lab onboarding, and collaboration with facilities to maintain EH&S standards;