Senior Mechanical Engineer, Active Learning Labs

Harvard University FAS Human Resources; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

The Senior Mechanical Engineer for Active Learning at Harvard SEAS leads hands-on mechanical engineering labs, coordinating with faculty and staff to create and implement engaging lab activities for undergraduate and some graduate courses. You will mentor students, train teaching fellows, and oversee safety while maintaining lab facilities.

You will also support hardware development, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and CAM tools, and collaborate with a diverse team to advance SEAS'

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum of three years of related work experience beyond college degree.
• Advanced degree is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with CAM and rapid prototyping tools such as 3D printers, mills, and laser cutters.

Responsibilities

• Provide lab instruction and technical mentorship to students and staff.
• Lead development of course-based resources and demonstrations.
• Support hands-on workshops and activities.
• Maintain and set up lab equipment and tools for experiments.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Teaching/mentoring

Laboratory safety

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

CNC/Milling

3D printers

Laser cutters

Job description

The Senior Mechanical Engineer for Active Learning at Harvard SEAS leads hands-on mechanical engineering labs, coordinating with faculty and staff to create and implement engaging lab activities for undergraduate and some graduate courses. You will mentor students, train teaching fellows, and oversee safety while maintaining lab facilities.

You will also support hardware development, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and CAM tools, and collaborate with a diverse team to advance SEAS'