Engineering Laboratory Technician -III

Position: Engineering Laboratory Technician I-III
The
** James

C. Morriss Division of Engineering
** at
** Texas A&M University - Texarkana (TAMUT)
** invites applications for an
** Engineering Lab Technician
** position**.
*** Prepares, calibrates, and operates laboratory equipment used in mechanical and civil engineering (e.g., tensile testers, compression machines, mixers, sieves, curing tanks, triaxial shear equipment, wind tunnels, CNC, lathe, heat transfer rigs).
* Conducts testing of materials such as metals, polymers, soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete per ASTM and other engineering standards.
* Performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on laboratory equipment across both disciplines.
* Ensures laboratory spaces, instrumentation, and equipment are safe, operational, and in compliance with TAMUS safety requirements.
* Orders and tracks consumables, parts, and materials for lab and shop use.
* Assists faculty and students in setting up, running, and documenting lab experiments.
* Maintains records of testing, calibrations, and safety inspections.
* Supports accreditation requirements (ABET, ASTM standards, TxDOT compliance) by ensuring proper documentation and lab readiness.
* Other duties as assigned to support program and departmental needs.
* High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Two years of related experience
* Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
* Ensure attention to detail.
* Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Three years of related experience
* Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
* Ensure attention to detail.
* Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
* Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
* Skilled in use of relevant laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Ensure attention to detail.
* Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
* Associate’s degree and/or coursework in Mechanical or Civil Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or related field.
* CNC machine experience or successful completion of an accredited apprenticeship program in this specific craft.
* Five (5) or more years of experience in a machine shop setting.
* Ability to safely and effectively operate lathes, band saws, milling machines, and CNC machines.
* Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and safe operation of machine shop equipment.
* Familiarity, experience, or ability to use specific equipment may be required.
* Skilled or semi-skilled trade skills may be required.
* Travel may be required.
* Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.
* This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes, Texas A&M University System policies and regulations and University rules and procedures.
* All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely and in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

* Physical Requirements:

* Ability to lift and move heavy objects, including concrete cylinders, aggregates, metal stock, and mechanical test specimens (up to 50 lbs.).  + May be required to work in hot, cold, and extreme weather conditions  + The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
* Competitive health benefits
* Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
* Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options
* Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with…