PROJECT TECHNICIAN, Mechanical Engineering - Pappalardo Lab, will support teaching, course projects, and events for Mechanical Engineering classes and outreach programs; provide instruction and supervision in fabrication methods, mechanical design, equipment operation, machining practices, and shop safety; monitor student work and advise on fabrication approaches and appropriate tool use; help students complete course projects; prepare instructional materials; support presentations and demonstrations; assist with 2.009, 2.670, and 2.007, with possible support for 2.671, 2.678, the Women's Technology Program, Discover Mechanical Engineering, and other programs; maintain equipment, tooling, and work areas in the machine shop, student assembly areas, woodshop, and waterjet facility; set up lab spaces; organize materials; and ensure tools and equipment are safe, functional, and ready for use.
The full job description is available here: https://meche.mit.edu/sites/default/files/Project_Technician-Pappalardo_Lab_2026.pdf