Research Machinist

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 83.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Utah in the Chemistry Department's Machine Shop is seeking a Research Machinist to design, build, and repair mechanical, electronic and related devices for research projects. The role translates theoretical principles into feasible designs and provides instruction on their use, focusing on manual and CNC machining and CAD/CAM capabilities.

Responsibilities include prototyping, evaluating designs, cost and maintenance assessments, blueprints, and CAD work.

Qualifikationen

• Requires a degree in mechanical engineering or international equivalent.
• Proficient in 3D modeling and CNC programming of mill and lathe with Autodesk Fusion360.
• Ability to utilize manual mills/lathes as well as all typical machine shop support equipment.

Aufgaben

• Research, design, develop, and evaluate mechanical components, products, and systems using applied mechanical engineering principles.
• Create prototypes and evaluate design to ensure conformance with engineering specifications.
• Model and design work using CAD/drafting tools or CAD software; interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• May manage project schedules and budgets; ensure final design is properly executed in manufacturing.

Kenntnisse

3D modeling

CNC programming

Ausbildung

Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Fusion360

Jobbeschreibung

Research Machinist

Job Summary

Uses a variety of technical skills in designing, building, andrepairing mechanical, electronic and related devices and equipmentused for research projects. Functions as a specialist intranslating theoretical principles into feasible designs andinstructing others in their use. This job is for well-roundedMachinists with manual machining. CNC machining and CAD/CAMabilities working in the Chemistry Department's Machine Shop at theUniversity of Utah.

Responsibilities

Research, design, develop, and evaluate mechanical components,products, and systems by using applied mechanical engineeringprinciples, including solid and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics,and heat transfer. Create prototypes and evaluate design to ensureconformance with engineering specifications. Conduct feasibilityassessments and perform failure analysis studies to ensure designperforms as expected. Evaluate cost and maintenance requirements ofdesign. Work with fabrication and manufacturing departments toensure final design is properly executed in the creation ofmechanical products. Create and interpret blueprints, technicaldrawings, and schematics. Model and design work using draftingtools or computer-aided (CAD)/drafting equipment and software todesign work. May manage project schedules and budgets. May be required to approve designs that can impact the health, safety, andwelfare of the general public, as required by law. Requires a degree in mechanical engineering or international equivalent. Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

1 year of higher educationcan be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience(Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related workexperience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following joblevels:

• Mechanical Engineer, I: Requires a bachelor's (orequivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or amaster's (or equivalency) degree.

Preferences

• Proficient in 3D modeling and CNC programming of mill and lathewith Autodesk Fusion360.
• Ability to utilize manual mills/lathes as well as all typicalaccessories and machine shop support equipment.

Requisition Number: PRN46279B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary: M-5, 8-5

Department: 00121 - Chemistry

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: $36,196 - $83,036

Close Date: 12/22/2026

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