Texas Inventionworks, Facilities And Machines Manager, Cockrell School Of Engineering
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas, United States
Base: $65,000 + depending on qualifications; bonus...
5+ years managing fabrication labs
Experience with cnc machines and laser cutters
Knowledge of osha and nfpa safety standards
The role is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of machines, tools, and facilities within a 25,000sf innovation hub serving 3,500 students annually
Job Summary
The role is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of machines, tools, and facilities within a 25,000sf innovation hub serving 3,500 students annually.
The position requires developing and delivering machine training and safety certification programs while maintaining high machine uptime and a strong culture of safety.
Employees receive outstanding benefits including 100% covered employee health premiums, a defined benefit retirement plan with matching funds, and free access to campus libraries and museums.
Matching Summary
The role is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of machines, tools, and facilities within a 25,000sf innovation hub serving 3,500 students annually.
Salary
Base: $65,000+ depending on qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health benefits, TRS retirement match, paid vacation, tuition assistance
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5+ years managing fabrication labs
Experience with CNC machines and laser cutters
Knowledge of OSHA and NFPA safety standards
Budget management and purchasing experience
Preventive maintenance coordination skills
Nice-to-have
Experience mentoring students in technical settings
Background in early-stage product development
Familiarity with digital access control systems
Prior higher education sector experience
Welding, machining, and woodworking expertise
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Five or more years of relevant facility management experience
Criminal history background check required for finalists