UATX

UATX

Applied Engineering Lead

Bastrop, Texas

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 105 days ago
ProcurementRoboticsCAMMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringResearchMentoringOSHA

About the role

  • This role is for a founding-minded leader who is passionate about educating future engineers in an innovative way.
  • UATX is launching a ~16,000 sq. ft. lab in Bastrop, TX, supporting mechanics, electronics, robotics, optics, prototyping, and fabrication.

Responsibilities

  • Commissioning: Lead fit-out of the new facility, designing workflows and equipment installation.
  • Strategic Procurement: Lead ordering and setup of laboratory equipment to meet state-of-the-art standards.
  • Project Development: Partner with faculty to develop and integrate rigorous, hands-on engineering activity into the curriculum.
  • Industry Liaison: Act as a connector to companies and external partners to ensure projects remain relevant to modern engineering needs.
  • Hands-on Teaching: Teach core principles of engineering, design, fabrication, and testing.
  • Staffing & Vendors: Manage Bastrop-based staff and contractors as the facility scales.
  • Budget & Growth: Identify equipment gaps and manage upgrade budgets to maintain state-of-the-art laboratory standards.
  • Safety and Compliance: Establish and maintain a safe, compliant laboratory environment, including safety protocols, training, equipment safeguards, and adherence to applicable OSHA, fire code, and environmental requirements.

Requirements

  • Master's, Ph.D., or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Education: Master's, Ph.D., or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD/CAM, machining, rapid prototyping, and/or circuit design.

Skills

  • Mission Fit: A firm commitment to open inquiry and the pursuit of truth.

This listing is sourced directly from UATX's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.