Lab Mechanical Tech Student — Hands-On R&D (Part-Time)

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 26,422 - 34,687; Part time

Job summary

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory's Engineering Division is seeking a Mechanical Technology Student Assistant. This part-time role (8-16 hrs/wk, up to 40 hrs/wk during breaks) offers hands-on experience in fabrication, testing, and maintenance within ALS and other projects.

You will learn mechanical disciplines, gain skills in installing and troubleshooting equipment, and work with metal and non-metal materials in a controlled shop.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a technical or trade program with good academic standing.
• Basic understanding of QA principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Familiarity with safety principles for machine shop environments.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office and Google Docs for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fabrication, assembly, machining, installation, setup, operation, testing and inspection of apparatus and systems.
• Support mechanical disciplines required to build particle accelerator components.
• Develop skills in installing and troubleshooting technical equipment.
• Work with a variety of materials and processes under supervision.
• Gain experience in vacuum and cryogenic equipment as opportunities arise.
• Operate calculators and documents using a PC to support assignments.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain shop cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Quality Assurance basics

Engineering fundamentals

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled in a technical program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Job description

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory's Engineering Division is seeking a Mechanical Technology Student Assistant. This part-time role (8-16 hrs/wk, up to 40 hrs/wk during breaks) offers hands-on experience in fabrication, testing, and maintenance within ALS and other projects.

You will learn mechanical disciplines, gain skills in installing and troubleshooting equipment, and work with metal and non-metal materials in a controlled shop.