About the role#
The Concept Center Lab Aid role is a pooled position at Weber State University. We select applicants from the pool as positions become available. This role involves 15 to 20 hours of work per week, with a schedule that adjusts to accommodate your classes.
What you'll do#
You will support projects by performing tasks such as CAD design, machining, welding, and drafting. Your work includes testing prototypes, providing engineering consultation, and operating 3D printing equipment. You will also handle general fabrication and project management duties. Part of the role involves reporting on project progress and presenting results directly to Concept Center customers.
What you'll need#
You must be currently enrolled in an Engineering or Engineering Technology program. We prefer candidates who have experience in at least three of the following areas: CAD design, machining, welding, drafting, testing, engineering consultation, 3D printing, general fabrication, project management, or composites layup.
Location & details#
This position is located on-site in Ogden, Utah. The role requires medium physical work, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. You will work in both indoor and outdoor environments and may be exposed to hazards like moving mechanical parts, dust, or fumes.
About Weber State University
Weber State University operates as a public institution of higher education based in Ogden, Utah. Founded in 1889, the school provides certificate and degree programs to a student body of over 33,000 individuals. It maintains a focus on liberal arts, technology, and undergraduate research. The university employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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