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Req Id:  43716
Job Title:  Engineering Technician
City:  West Lafayette
Job Description: 

Job Summary

Provides hands-on technical support, including equipment setup, maintenance, and fabrication assistance, to advance the Duerstock IAS Lab’s research in assistive technology and accessible design. Ensures the effective operation of lab tools, devices, and workspaces to support students, faculty, and research initiatives. Provides administrative support for the procurement of equipment and materials, preparation and submission of compliance and project reports, onboarding and training of student researchers, and engagement with industry partners to advance accessible transportation initiatives. Provide lab training for students in safe mechanical and electronics fabrication for prototype development including 3D printing and microcontroller programming.
 
 
This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact at a prestigious institution known for innovation and research excellence. Join our community of lifelong learners and contribute your skills to this critical program. At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together. Take the next step in your career journey - apply now to help build a better world at Purdue University.
 
 
This position will be filled at 0.75 FTE.

What You'll Be Doing:

Technical Project Support:

Assist with CAD design, fabrication, and basic data analysis to support ongoing assistive technology and accessible design projects.

 

Equipment & Lab Support:

Install, maintain, repair, and calibrate mechanical, electrical, and scientific equipment used in the lab's research and upkeep the lab space.

 

Administrative & Safety:

Help manage lab safety protocols, compliance, and general planning/logistics to keep operations running smoothly.

 

Undergraduate Mentoring:

Provide guidance and hands-on training to undergraduate students working in the lab.

About Us:

At the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering at Purdue University, we are changing the biomedical engineering field through education and  research. Biomedical engineers innovate medical devices, advanced therapeutics and better healthcare diagnostics and delivery systems. We apply technical skills in engineering design and biological science to challenges in healthcare. At Purdue, we create exciting new spaces for experiential learning, clinical collaborations and discovery with global impact.

 

For more information about our department, please visit: Biomedical Engineering - Purdue University

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
  • 0–1 year of relevant experience (internships, coursework, or lab experience considered)

 

Skills needed:

  • CAD proficiency
  • Basic electronics/mechanical assembly
  • Schematic interpretation
  • Basic data analysis
  • Strong communication
  • Lab safety awareness
  • Ability to work independently

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Additional Information:

  • Purdue’s benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Career Stream

Compensation Information:
Administrative and Operational Support 2
Pay Band S055
Job Code#20003837
 
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

EOE

Purdue University is an EOE employer.
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Posting Start Date:  8/24/26