Software Engineering Adjunct – Riverside, CA
The Mechanical Lab Technician I supports the College of Engineering by assisting faculty, staff, and students with laboratory projects and maintaining equipment in machining labs. This role ensures a safe, organized environment through equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and collaboration to enhance instructional activities and lab operations.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client seeks an adjunct to support instructional activities and laboratory operations for computer science and software engineering coursework. This role provides hands-on assistance to faculty and students, helps maintain lab equipment, enforces safety and compliance, and supports preparation and delivery of lab-based instruction.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day lab support for faculty, staff, and students, including setup and supervision of course projects and open lab hours.
- Train students on safe, proper operation of lab equipment, tools, and machinery.
- Maintain clean, organized, and functional lab spaces; manage inventory of tools, supplies, and consumables.
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on lab equipment and tools.
- Coordinate with external vendors and service providers for specialized repairs and servicing.
- Maintain accurate records for equipment, safety inspections, and inventory; support documentation of SOPs and lab manuals.
- Support hazardous materials handling and proper disposal procedures in accordance with applicable policies.
- Collaborate with faculty to develop lab activities and to ensure alignment with accreditation and program requirements (e.g., ABET).
- Assist in preparing materials, samples, and components required for lab instruction.
Minimum Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining mechanical and/or electronic lab equipment, machining tools, or robotics systems.
- Working knowledge of laboratory safety standards, SOPs, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for recordkeeping and inventory management.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills for training students and coordinating with faculty and vendors.
- Proficiency with standard computer tools and software used for documentation and basic troubleshooting.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time effectively.
Preferred / Helpful Background
- Experience in mechanical engineering, machining, robotics, or a related technical environment.
- Prior experience supporting instructional labs or working in a university/college engineering setting.
- Familiarity with ABET-related documentation and laboratory accreditation practices.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use manual dexterity to operate lab equipment and computer keyboards.
- Visual acuity required for reading text and numerical data; clear verbal communication required.
- Occasional lifting/moving of items up to 15 pounds.
- Work is primarily performed in laboratory and office settings with moderate noise levels; adherence to safety protocols minimizes exposure to hazards.
Employment Details
- Employment type: Full-time adjunct position (as posted by Confidential Client).
- Supervisory responsibilities: None for this position.
- Education & experience: Associate degree or equivalent technical training and 6–12 months related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Specific credentialing requirements (if any) will be specified by the hiring manager.
Additional Notes
- This posting reflects the requirements of Confidential Client. Applicants should be able to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Some roles at Confidential Client may request alignment with organizational missions or values; where applicable, such expectations will be communicated during the hiring process.
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