Technical Instructor I

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College's Thayer School of Engineering seeks a Technical Instructor I to support hands-on machine shop instruction under supervision, helping students build foundational fabrication and design skills.

The role focuses on assisting with equipment operation, guiding CAD work, maintaining safety, and supporting instructors in project-based courses, with a strong emphasis on communication, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience required.
• Basic CAD experience and familiarity with design processes.
• Foundational understanding of mechanical design and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with training users on basic machine and software operation (20%).
• Support student project teams with fabrication tasks and troubleshooting (20%).
• Maintain shop organization, cleanliness, and safety compliance (15%).
• Assist in monitoring and supporting student employees with their tasks (15%).
• Provide basic guidance on CAD modeling and fabrication workflows (10%).
• Participate in setup and maintenance of equipment and materials (10%).
• Support instructors and faculty in project-based coursework (10%).
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality in a welcoming environment.

Skills

Foundational engineering knowledge

CAD experience

Shop safety awareness

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate's degree (or working toward) in engineering, manufacturing, or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

3D printers

Laser cutters

Job description

The Technical Instructor I supports the delivery of hands‑on technical instruction in the Thayer School of Engineering machine shop. This support role works under close supervision to develop foundational skills in teaching, fabrication, and shop operations.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Associates plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Associate's degree (or working toward) in engineering, manufacturing, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in a shop, lab, or makerspace
• Foundational understanding of mechanical design and fabrication processes
• Basic experience with CAD (e.g., SolidWorks or similar)
• Familiarity with shop tools (manual machines, 3D printers, laser cutters, etc.)
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical and instructional skills
• Professional demeanor with strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a shop, lab, or makerspace

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Jon Stark

Department Contact Phone Number

6036463557

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Jon Stark, Director of Facilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Key Accountabilities

• Assist with training users on basic machine and software operation
  Percentage Of Time 20%
• Support student project teams with fabrication tasks and troubleshooting
  Percentage Of Time 20%
• Maintain shop organization, cleanliness, and safety compliance
  Percentage Of Time 15%
• Assist in monitoring and supporting student employees with their assigned tasks
  Percentage Of Time 15%
• Provide basic guidance on CAD modeling and fabrication workflows
  Percentage Of Time 10%
• Participate in setup and maintenance of equipment and materials
  Percentage Of Time 10%
• Support instructors and faculty in project-based coursework
  Percentage Of Time 10%
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.