A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students, and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

• Instructional Lab Operations & Technical Support 
  Manage daily instructional lab activities, including scheduling, setup, logistics, and maintenance of instructional robot fleets and lab infrastructure (hardware, software, and fabrication tools). Collaborate with faculty and instructional staff to ensure labs support course objectives.
• Robotics Garage Management & Student Engagement 
  Oversee Robotics Garage operations, access, and inventory. Support student teams, courses, and outreach activities, fostering engagement across undergraduate, graduate, and pre-college programs.
• Test Facility Operations & Safety Compliance 
  Coordinate scheduling and maintenance of departmental test facilities (e.g., M-Air, Mars Yard, Water Tank). Ensure adherence to safety protocols and collaborate with Facilities for ongoing maintenance and upgrades.
• Collaboration & Administrative Support 
  Participate in departmental committees, coordinate with partner units (e.g., Wilson Center, Makerspace, Mcity), and perform other assigned administrative and operational duties.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Hands-on experience fabricating components for robotic or electromechanical systems
• Proficiency in fabrication methods such as laser cutting, 3D printing, soldering, assembly, and circuit board testing/debugging
• Familiarity with Python and related software tools 
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage logistics for multiple classes, lab schedules, and project teams simultaneously

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.