Job Description
Who We Are:
The School of Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University is truly unique. We began in 1882 as experts in locomotives (thus the name "Boilermakers!") And now in the 21st century, we continue to move the world forward by combining the latest technologies with the strongest of fundamentals.
Purdue hosts the nation’s No. 1 Manufacturing and Supply Chain Program. Further Manufacturing and Materials Research Laboratories (MMRL), one of the nation's largest shared laboratories for physical and digital manufacturing research and education. ME hosts nation’s first Center for In-Space Manufacturing (CISM). Additionally, Maker spaces and workshops, like the Bechtel Innovation Design Center, allow students to develop and build any prototype they can imagine. The world's largest academic cleanroom, Birck Nanotechnology Center, enables pioneering advancements in nanotechnology. The world's largest academic propulsion lab, Zucrow Labs, is the birthplace of next-generation jet engines and rockets. The world's largest academic HVAC lab, Herrick Labs, shapes the future of smart buildings. We have the only accredited Motorsports Engineering degree program in the nation. And with 50,000 students to collaborate across all disciplines, there's no limit to what Purdue ME students can accomplish.
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience:
- Associates or Bachelors degree of Applied Science
- Two (2) years of experience in electronics fabrication research and manufacturing systems
- Hands-on fabrication experience
- A background in mechanical and electrical design, fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing
- Hands-on experience with robotic and fabrication equipment, testing, and operation
- Knowledge of data gathering and analysis
- Proficiency in test planning
- Use of hardware and software
Skills needed:
- Learning new subjects, problem-solving, critical thinking, and project-planning abilities
- Practical communication skills, including technical writing and presentations, and working harmoniously in a team with multiple skills
- Strong attention to safety, urgency, and professionalism in a research setting
- MODERATE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. occasionally
Nice to have:
- Bachelors degree with two (2)+ years of work experience or two (2) years of technician diploma with four (4)+ years of experience to work in a machine shop
- Some exposure and experience to work in applied research operations
- Interest in space as a subject is a human ambition
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Additional Information:
- Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
- Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Career Stream
Compensation Information:
Professional 2
Pay Band S120
Job Code#20002707
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
EOE
Purdue University is an EO/EA University