Engineering Technician Senior, Machinist

Job Summary: Provide technical services to support the College's research and teaching efforts including, but not limited to machine instructions, safety training, maintenance of equipment, design, machining, fabrication and recommendation through installation of new equipment. Provide assistance to faculty and students while promoting compliance with safety regulations. Essential Functions: 40%-60% Perform various design, machining, fabrication and troubleshooting procedures. Provide support in terms of CAD/CAM. Instruct students and faculty in the appropriate use of machinery, electronic instruments and computers hardware/software. 15% Monitor specific environmental, health and safety regulations and coordinate with other units on campus. Provide support in terms of CAD/CAM and printing operations. 10 - 15% Recommend, maintain, install, troubleshoot and repair technical equipment. 10% Consult with vendors and oversee purchasing activities to properly secure technical items, supplies and equipment for the College. Additional Position Information: Required Education: Requires 18 months of education or training beyond high school. Associates degree preferred. Licenses/Certifications/Requirements: None. Experience: Requires a minimum of 4 years' experience in CAD/CAM, machining and mechanical design. Strong communication skills required. Knowledge of CNC hardware and software as well as manual machining equipment is required. Experience in part design and fabrication using mills, lathes, drill press and sheet metal work. Windows, machine tool and die making and troubleshooting of undergraduate laboratory equipment required. Journeyman machinist certification preferred. Leadership: Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers. Physical Requirements: Moderate physical effort required involving long periods of standing, walking on rough surfaces, bending and/or stooping; periodic lifting of moderately heavy items (over 25 lbs. -- 50 lbs.). Working Conditions: Routine discomforts from exposure to moderate levels of heat, cold, moisture/wetness, noise and air pollution. May involve routine/occasional exposure to light chemical substances or hazards (radiation, chemicals, diseases, heights and moving parts). Compensation: Compensation starts at $58,000 and is commensurate with experience. Application Deadline: November 29, 2026. Application Instructions: To be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume. FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt) Union Affiliation (if applicable): For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Natasha Kuzmina Email: nkuzmina@uakron.edu ________________________________________________________________________ Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. 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