Technical Instructor I

Dartmouth College; Virginia; On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking a Technical Instructor I to support hands-on technical instruction in the Thayer School of Engineering machine shop. This role works under close supervision to develop foundational skills in teaching, fabrication, and shop operations.

The position requires an Associate’s degree (or equivalent) and 0–2 years of relevant shop experience, with CAD familiarity and strong communication skills. Onsite work in Hanover, NH with a regular 40-hour week is expected.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 assigned 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 through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Skills

Foundational mechanical design

CAD basics

Strong communication & collaboration

Willingness to learn

Team oriented

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date: 10/29/2026

Closing date: Open Until Filled

Position Number: 1129661

Position Title: Technical Instructor I

Hiring Range Minimum: $25.88

Hiring Range Maximum: $32.35

Union Type: Not a Union Position

SEIU Level: Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Schedule:

Location of Position: Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?: Onsite only

Is this a term position?: No

If yes, length of term in months: N/A

Is this a grant funded position?: No

Position Purpose

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

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

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

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87708

Key Accountabilities

• 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 assigned 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 through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned.