Prototyping Shop Mentor & Safety Lead

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous retirement savings program

Tuition benefits

Fitness center access

Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking a Shop Monitor to oversee the prototyping facilities during weekend hours. The selected individual will mentor and supervise students and faculty in using fabrication equipment safely and effectively.

Responsibilities include monitoring shop hours, enforcing safety protocols, and assisting students with any fabrication-related questions. Candidates should have two or more years of experience in a fabrication facility and an associate’s degree or equivalent. This role offers comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of relevant full-time experience in a professional fabrication facility.
• A combination of education and relevant experience demonstrating comparable knowledge may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Monitor shop open hours to ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Enforce access and safety protocols for tools and equipment use.
• Mentor and supervise students in the safe use of prototyping equipment.
• Assist students with questions relating to fabrication, rapid prototyping, and woodworking.
• Contribute to the maintenance and operation of fabrication shops.

Skills

Expertise in prototyping equipment

Proficiency with 3D printers

Proficiency with laser cutters

Proficiency with woodworking equipment

Proficiency with hand tools

Proficiency with power tools

Education

Associate’s degree or vocational training in fabrication or manufacturing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking a Shop Monitor to oversee the prototyping facilities during weekend hours. The selected individual will mentor and supervise students and faculty in using fabrication equipment safely and effectively.

Responsibilities include monitoring shop hours, enforcing safety protocols, and assisting students with any fabrication-related questions. Candidates should have two or more years of experience in a fabrication facility and an associate’s degree or equivalent. This role offers comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings.