(Casual Hire) 3D Automation Technician

(Casual Hire) 3D Automation Technician

Salary

See Position Description

Location

UH Manoa - College of Enginrg, Honolulu, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Temporary

Job Number

2026-01094

Department

University of Hawaii at Manoa - CoE - Mechanical Engineering

Opening Date

06/03/2026

Closing Date

6/7/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

Position Number:

Causal

Description

Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative professional and technical (APT) or Instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees and up to one calendar year for part-time employees.

Title: (Casual Hire) 3D Automation Technician

Position Number: *Casual Hire

Hiring Unit: College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering

Location: Manoa

Date Posted: 6/3/26

Closing Date: 6/7/26

Salary: $29 per hour

Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Duties:

• Support laboratory experiments by developing, building, and maintaining custom automation systems and 3D-printed components.
• Operate and maintain FDM and resin 3D printers, including slicing, calibration, troubleshooting, and post-processing of printed parts.
• Design and fabricate custom fixtures, enclosures, and mechanical components using CAD software (e.g., Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or OnShape).
• Assist researchers in integrating microcontrollers (Arduino, R aspberry Pi, ESP32) and basic sensors/actuators into experimental setups.
• Document designs, build processes, and standard operating procedures for lab equipment and automation workflows.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers to translate experimental requirements into working hardware solutions.
• Maintain inventory of 3D printing materials, electronic components, and lab supplies.
• Keep lab equipment in working order, perform routine maintenance, and recommend repairs or upgrades as needed.
• Follow lab safety protocols and help ensure a safe, organized workspace.
• Train lab members on basic use of 3D printers and automation tools as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree (or in progress) in mechanical, electrical, biomedical, or related engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience with 3D printing (FDM and/or resin), including basic troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with at least one CAD package for parametric modeling.
• Basic programming experience (Python, C/C++, or equivalent) for microcontroller or automation scripting.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and communicate clearly with researchers.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience designing custom laboratory automation systems (e.g., motorized stages, liquid handling, sensor integration).
• Familiarity with electronics prototyping, soldering, PCB design, or wiring of motors, relays, and sensors.
• Experience with version control (Git) and technical documentation.
• Prior work in a research lab environment.

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an online application through NeoGov. Submit curriculum vitae, transcript, and the names of 2 professional references (include title, email and phone number) via the NEOGOV Online application portal.

Note: If this is your first time applying for a position using NEOGOV, you will need to create a profile.

Inquiries: Tyler Ray 808-956-6642

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

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Accommodation Request: The University of Hawaii complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Employer University of Hawaii

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