Job Title: Undergraduate Research Assistant
Type of Job: Student
Department: Fluid Power Institute
Supervisor Information:
Tom Wanke
277-7191
wanke@msoe.edu
Number of Available Positions: 1
Number of Hours per Week: up to 20
Time Period: Academic Year
Restrictions: Limited to current or incoming MSOE students
Job Description:
Position Title: Undergraduate Research Assistant Mechanical/Hydraulic
Position Summary:
The major responsibilities of this position include the setup, teardown, data collection and technical report preparation of various applied research projects can be in the following areas, but are not limited to: fluid power, mechanical and electrical/mechanical. This position requires working with numerous individuals including MSOE faculty, staff and students as well as individuals from industry representing companies that are funding the research projects. Other duties include, but are not limited to: routine laboratory maintenance, development and cleanup.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Industry Funded Projects
Understand and interpret test requirements and specifications
Order needed materials and equipment
Setup mechanical and hydraulic test systems
Setup and calibrate measuring instruments
Maintain close communication with project sponsor
Perform project using good engineering practices
Interpret and present test data
Prepare formal engineering report
Internal Projects
Develop, update, and maintain hydraulic power units
Routine laboratory maintenance, cleanup, and house keeping
Other duties as assigned
Educational Requirements:
Full time MSOE student in engineering or engineering technology, preferably ME, IE, or MET
Sophomore status preferred; must be in good academic standing
General knowledge of fluid power or a strong desire to learn
Strong mechanical aptitude
Working knowledge of MSOE supported computer software programs
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, hydraulic, and electrical circuit schematics
Other Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge of small hand and power tools
Highly motivated, self starter, quick leaner with strong written and oral communication skills
Able to work 10 to 20 hours per week during the school year, with the potential to work 40 hours in the summer
Machine shop skills, welding, and metal fabrication a plus
Able to routinely lift a minimum weight of 50 pounds without assistance
Troubleshooting experience and a solid background in electronics a plus
Related industrial work experience a plus
Posted on September 13, 2012