Senior Scientific Instrument Maker & CAD Specialist

Texas A&M University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Sick leave & vacation

Job summary

Texas A&M University in College Station seeks an experienced Scientific Instrument Maker III to design, build, modify, and maintain precision scientific instruments. You will lead in the construction and upkeep of research equipment, collaborating with scientists and educators across projects.

The role requires extensive machine shop experience, proficiency in SolidWorks and Mastercam, and a track record of training others in instrument construction and repair.

Qualifications

• Eight years of related experience in design, construction, modification, and repair of precision instruments.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Mastercam.
• Ability to train and supervise others in instrument construction and repair.

Responsibilities

• Assess user requirements and goals to determine specifications for new or modified instruments.
• Design blueprints, schematics, and prototypes using CAD tools to meet needs.
• Collaborate with scientists and researchers to align designs with project objectives.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Machine shop experience

Training supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science/engineering

High school diploma

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital voltmeters

Vacuum gauges

Job description

Texas A&M University in College Station seeks an experienced Scientific Instrument Maker III to design, build, modify, and maintain precision scientific instruments. You will lead in the construction and upkeep of research equipment, collaborating with scientists and educators across projects.

The role requires extensive machine shop experience, proficiency in SolidWorks and Mastercam, and a track record of training others in instrument construction and repair.