Laboratory Asst (Student/Workstudy) - Engineering

How to Apply
Applicants must submit a cover letter or resume detailing any prior technical experience and listing any engineering courses completed.
Summary
Facilitate the maintenance of engineering workshop and engineering labs for future instruction by assisting engineering faculty and staff with the installation and operation of equipment; set-up of engineering labs.
Responsibilities*
Responsibilities of the Laboratory Assistant may include:

• Help set up and organize the workshop areas and engineering labs with tools, tooling, fasteners and with returning equipment to storage cabinets or other proper places after use
• Assist with the set-up of new equipment such as 3D printers and engineering lab items for fluids and thermodynamics and other engineering fields
• Prepare test samples for material lab and help set up electronics labs
• Work with SOLIDWORKS to design parts for CNC machining or 3D printing
• Assist with updating safety training procedures for the workshop areas
• Assist students during class with proper set-up and use of equipment
• Other related duties

Required Qualifications*

• Current UM-Flint undergraduate student with some engineering related coursework completed or with some prior technical experience
• Experience working with SOLIDWORKS software
• Ability to follow all engineering lab safety rules
• Ability to perform frequent heavy lifting, standing, walking or moving all day, and operate heavy machinery

Desired Qualifications*

• SOLIDWORKS Certificate
• Prior engineering lab safety training
• Prior lab assistant experience

Work Schedule
This position begins during Winter 2024 may extend to the Spring, Summer and Fall 2024 terms. Hours spent in the workshop with the supervisor are flexible, but expected to be consistent. Attendance in scheduled lab courses may be required.
Additional Information
University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/?
The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.
Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
243246
Working Title
LABORATORY ASST (STUDENT/WORKSTUDY) - Engineering
Job Title
LABORATORY ASST (TEMP)
Work Location
Flint Campus
Flint, MI
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Flint Cas
Department
Flint Engineering
Posting Begin/End Date
12/15/2023 - 3/15/2024
Salary
$15.00 - $15.00
Career Interest
Temporary Job Opening