Senior Mechanical Engineer for Active Learning
Core
Senior Mechanical Engineer supporting hands-on learning activities, lab operations, and student mentorship in the Active Learning Labs at Harvard SEAS.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (education & lab operations)
Builds
Lab activities, course support resources, demonstrations, and workshop materials for undergraduate and graduate courses
Domain
Higher Education / Mechanical Engineering / Active Learning
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Mechanical engineering fundamentals, hands-on operation of CAM and rapid prototyping tools (3D printers, mills, laser cutters), computer-aided design/manufacturing, lab safety compliance, technical documentation, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, experience with electromechanical devices (motors, microcontrollers, sensors), data acquisition hardware, electrical engineering concepts
Technologies
SolidWorks, Fusion360, 3D printers, CNC mills, laser cutters, lathes
Responsibilities
Provide lab instruction and technical mentorship to students and staff, lead development of course-based support resources and demonstrations, set up and maintain lab equipment and tools, mentor students on capstone design projects, lead lab safety trainings and ensure compliance, manage course resource purchasing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC