Job Title
Machine Shop Tech
Agency
Texas A&M Engineering
Department
Space Institute
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Houston, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?
Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society.
As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges.
We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.
Job Description
Purpose:
The Laboratory Coordinator, under general supervision, supports daily operations of the Texas A&M University Space Institute’s machine shop. This position coordinates fabrication activities, equipment usage, maintenance, and user support to ensure efficient and safe operations. The Laboratory Coordinator works under the direction of the Laboratory Manager and provides hands-on technical support to tenants, staff, and users, including assisting with machining, fabrication, and equipment training.
Responsibilities:
Operations
Assists with daily operation of the machine shop
Operates machining and fabrication equipment, including CNC mills, lathes, welding tools, and related systems
Supports fabrication of parts, prototypes, and custom components for tenants and Institute programs
Tracks labor, materials, equipment utilization, and fabrication activities to support project planning and service documentation
Performs routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of equipment
Maintains machine shop organization, and inventory of materials, tools, and supplies
Supports implementation of SOPs and operational workflows
Administration and Coordination
Coordinates and tracks work orders, fabrication requests, shop utilization and project activities
Coordinates materials, supplies, and tooling needed for machine shop activities
Maintains documentation for machine shop operations, equipment use, maintenance activities, and user access
Coordinates machine shop scheduling, equipment reservations, and shop resource utilization with tenants and staff
Assists Laboratory Manager with procurement and operational planning
Safety, Training, and User Support
Assists in training tenants, staff, and users on proper equipment operation and safety procedures
Monitors machine shop activity to ensure safe and appropriate use of equipment
Provides real-time guidance and technical support to users operating machinery
Supports enforcement of safety procedures and regulatory compliance
Promotes a clean, organized, and safe working environment
What We Need:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Machining, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Four (4+) years of experience in machining, fabrication, or technical laboratory/shop environments
Other Requirements:
This position is security sensitive and requires United States…