Fabrication Laboratory Specialist

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*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker’s Compensation provisions.

However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions or designated as variable hour worker – i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan and will be notified of instructions.

*Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan

Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full-time, offered the high deductible health insurance
Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days) Reported as full-time & offered the high deductible health insurance

https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefit-plans/health-insurance

position Information

General Information

Position Number	STMP15
Working Title	Fabrication Laboratory Specialist
Division	Academic Affairs
Department	Col of Arts & Architecture (Col)
Work Unit	Col of Arts & Architecture
Work Location	Storrs Building, UNC Charlotte Main Campus
Vacancy Open To	All Candidates
Position Designation	Non-Student Temporary
Employment Type	Temporary – Full-time
Hours per week	20-29, depending on operational needs
Work Schedule
Pay Rate	$30/hr
Minimum experience/education	Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible professional fabrication experience. Experience operating and maintaining fabrication equipment within an academic, research, manufacturing, or professional fabrication environment.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:	Master’s degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related discipline. Two or more years of professional experience supporting fabrication laboratories, makerspaces, manufacturing facilities, or industrial shops. Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining industrial CNC equipment, laser cutters, industrial robotic systems, and additive manufacturing technologies. Working knowledge of CAD/CAM software and digital fabrication workflows, including Rhino, Grasshopper, RhinoCAM, VCarve Pro, Fusion 360, or comparable software. Experience performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs on fabrication equipment. Ability to interpret architectural drawings, fabrication documentation, shop drawings, and technical specifications. Experience delivering technical instruction and safety training to users with varying levels of fabrication experience. Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting instructional, research, and operational activities.
Duties and Responsibilities	The Fabrication Laboratory Specialist provides technical support for instructional, research, and fabrication activities while maintaining the safe and efficient operation of the School’s fabrication laboratories. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide technical instruction, certification, and hands-on training in the safe operation of woodworking, metalworking, CNC machining, robotic fabrication, laser cutting, and additive manufacturing equipment. Operate, configure, troubleshoot, and support advanced fabrication equipment including: AXYZ 3-axis CNC Router Laguna 3-axis CNC Router KUKA KR60 HA industrial robotic arm 3D Potter large-format clay printer CO laser cutters FDM 3D printers Conventional woodworking and metalworking machinery Assist students, faculty, and researchers in selecting appropriate fabrication methods, materials, tooling, machine settings, workholding strategies, and production workflows. Support CAD/CAM workflows by assisting with digital file preparation, toolpath generation, machine setup, and fabrication planning. Serve as a technical resource for fabrication equipment by diagnosing and resolving mechanical, software, tooling, and operational issues affecting laboratory users. Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, alignment, routine service, and minor repairs on fabrication equipment to maximize reliability and minimize downtime. Monitor equipment condition, maintain maintenance records, and coordinate major repairs with vendors and manufacturers as needed. Assist with installation, commissioning, testing, and implementation of new equipment, tooling, and fabrication technologies. Support faculty research initiatives, sponsored research, design-build projects, exhibitions, and special fabrication projects. Maintain inventories of tools, replacement parts, consumable materials, and safety supplies while recommending purchases to support laboratory operations. Enforce laboratory safety policies, equipment operating procedures, and School of Architecture regulations while exercising independent technical judgment regarding equipment use and user readiness. Monitor laboratory activities, identify operational or safety concerns, and respond appropriately to maintain a safe working environment. Maintain records related to equipment maintenance, user certifications, inventories, and laboratory operations. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the instructional and research mission of the School of Architecture.
Other Work/Responsibilities
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Proposed Hire Date	08/10/2026
Contact Information
Expected Length of Assignment	The length of this assignment is 8/10/2026 through 12/23/2026.
Posting Open Date	07/14/2026
Posting Close Date	07/20/2026
Special Notes to Applicants	*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker’s Compensation provisions. However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions or designated as variable hour worker – i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan and will be notified of instructions. Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full-time, offered the high deductible health insurance Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days) Reported as full-time & offered the high deductible health insurance https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefit-plans/health-insurance*

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