Location: Arlington,TX, USA
Posting Number S05768P Position Title Scientific Instrument Maker Supervisor UTSystem Title Scientific Instrument Maker Supervisor Department Mech and Aero Engineering Location Arlington Job Family Engineering Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule
Monday through Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm
Open to External and Internal Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $80,000. Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 Very High Research Activity institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual Best for Vets: Colleges list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
Supervisor of machine shop in a university setting, including experience with all shop operations and equipment, ability to quote and schedule jobs and order material, train new employees, advise and instruct students in proper design for machine operations. Expert CNC programmer and operator.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Programs and operates CNC mills and lathes.
* Provides cost estimates on jobs.
* Operates various shop equipment.
* Conducts tours and training for organized classes, senior design and competition teams.
* Plans, assigns and supervises shop operations.
* Instructs the users of the shop on proper use of tools and safety regulations.
* Maintains inventory, orders materials through UTA and outside vendors.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
* High school graduation supplemented by vocational machine shop and technical courses such as mathematics, physics, or blueprint reading.
* Ten years of combined experience:
* As a journeyman machinist or instrument maker, expert experience in programming and operating CNC mills, experience maintaining all machines and equipment in the shop, experience supervising shop operations and personnel.
* Requires familiarity with SolidWorks and MasterCam.
Preferred Qualifications
* Five (5) years of supervisory experience.
* Expert machinist with ten years of experience programming and operating CNC lathe and CNC milling machines.
* Experience in providing advice to students from senior design classes and students on competition teams such as FSAE, Aircraft Design, Rockets, Rover, and Ground Vehicles.
* Experience working with students and faculty to enhance designs to make manufacturing easier.
* Familiar with micrometers, sine bar and other precision measuring devices.
* Capable of maintaining mills and lathes.
* Capable of operating and maintaining various drill presses, saws, grinder, sanders, sand blaster, shear and other related equipment.
* Familiarity with all manual lathes, mills, saws, grinders, welders, and general shop equipment and tools.
* Fluent with all measurement tools.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Knowledge of drafting.
* Ability to teach estimating and mechanical design.
* Excellent shop math skills including trigonometry.
* Ability to schedule and prioritize jobs.
* Excellent communications skills and temperament to work with students and clients.
* Ability to hold very tight tolerances on machined parts.
* Capability to organize and manage projects from start to finish.
* Ability to order raw materials and tools for various jobs in metal, plastics, and wood.
* Competency in quoting jobs.
* Ability to conduct tours and teach students some machine operations.
* Capability to teach new employees in shop practices and operation of machines.
* Ability to instruct students from organized classes the elements of proper design for machine operations.
* Ability to function with continuous interruptions.
Other Requirements Working Conditions
* May be exposed to various hazards including chemicals, chemical fumes, electrical and mechanical hazards and biohazards.
* May work around standard office conditions.
* Climbing of stairs and ladders.
* Must be on your feet six hours a day average, be able to lift 50 lbs. safely.
Special Conditions for Eligibility CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
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Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.