Senior Lab Teaching Engineer I, Mechanical Engineering Department

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Senior Lab Teaching Engineer I, Mechanical Engineering Department Cairo, Egypt 3 days ago 89 applicants Welcome backSign in to saveSenior Lab Teaching Engineer I, Mechanical Engineering DepartmentatThe American University in Cairo.Reports to:Technical Operations Manager and Industrial LiaisonPurpose:The job holder is responsible for supervision of the assigned labs, providing the necessary support for faculty, researchers, teaching assistants, graduate and undergraduate students and external customers. In addition, supervise the installation, operation and maintenance of lab equipment and assist in procurement vendors including market surveys and the collection of price quotations, and spare parts, training equipment users. Also supervise equipment operation, set up and manage the equipment operation schedule, organize work flow, ensuring lab safety and represent the department of mechanical engineering in University and school events. In addition, he/she is responsible for assisting instructors of courses assigned as a teaching assistant in facilitating learning activities inside and outside the classroom and the laboratory.Responsibilities:* Assist faculty in selection of different required equipment for courses* Assist in establishing and maintaining links with vendors of equipment, supplies, and technical services* Assist in managing maintenance operations and contracting for the department* Supervise the assigned labs* Report a daily attendance status for his subordinates/himself* Ensure assigned labs readiness for any technical task within its predetermined mission* Operate and maintain all assigned labs assets such as machines, equipment, tools and infrastructure* Procure consumables and simple supplies from local market vendors and perform any required market survey* Contact the vendors to get price quotations for any required items* Assist in preparing the technical data and documents for accreditation reports such as ABET, Supreme Council, Middle States* Maintain an updated inventory of all lab items including equipment, devices, tools, consumables* Prepare equipment operational, maintenance and safety guides* Provide proper training for teaching assistants, research assistants and students on all lab assets as needed* Assist in setting and conducting experiments in the assigned labs* Assist the faculty members in the development of lab manuals and procedures* Facilitate the projects and research endeavours of the undergraduate and graduate students, in their thesis as well as researchers and professors in their research activities, grants and engineering services* Keep awareness and reporting of new and required developments in his supervised equipment and machines* Keep continuous training of his subordinates making sure they all are competent using all the labs assets* Ensure safe and clean work environment within the assigned labs and its premises in coordination with The American University in Cairos (AUC) Health and Safety Department* Apply the safety regulations and precautions, safety work practices and immediately report any safety violation incident, condition or potential hazards* Monitor first aid kits, fire-fighting equipment and safety gears in coordination with the AUC clinic and Health and Safety department* Carry out all duties related to a teaching assistantship, including correcting assignments, projects, handling students attendance and following up with projects* Conduct experiments in the lab and explain them to the students* Assist in research, grants and engineering services* Organize workflow to ensure the smooth functioning and operations of the labs so that neither the teaching nor the research is delayed* Perform any other related duties as assignedRequirements:Minimum Education Requirements:* Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering is required* Master of Science degree is a plusExperience:* ·At least 5-7 years of experience in a related fieldSkills:* Advanced English skills both oral and written* Time management and planning skills* Good interpersonal skills* Good communication skills* Good written and spoken Arabic* Working experience of Windows, Microsoft Office, another computer skill is preferable* Good troubleshooting and fault isolation skills* Equipment handling and maintenance hands on* Perform well under pressure and within a teamThis position is open until March 31, 2022Placement is based on the candidates experience and skills. Only candidates who make it to the short list will be contacted. The American University in Cairo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We thank all individuals who have expressed interest in working at The American University in Cairo. IndustriesHigher Education Sign in to easily apply toSenior Lab Teaching Engineer I, Mechanical Engineering Department-The American University in Cairowith your saved information. Senior Lab Teaching Engineer I, Mechanical Engineering Department The American University in Cairo Cairo, EgyptYoure signed outSign in for the full experience.

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