Mechatronics Manufacturing Assistance Instructor II

Mechatronics Manufacturing Assistance Instructor II

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Advanced Workforce - TRAIN

$6,250.00 monthly

Brownsville, Texas

Staff

The Mechatronics Manufacturing Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality training in Mechatronics systems as appliedto modern manufacturing automation for the RAMI/TRAIN project in Brownsville and the COAST project in Corpus Christi. The Mechatronics Manufacturing Assistance Instructor prepares students for careers in advanced manufacturing automation by providing hands-on Mechatronics training, theoretical knowledge, and industry-relevant skills. This position focuses on teachingstudents the integration of mechanical, electrical, pneumatics,hydraulics, programmable logic controllers (PLC) and industrial automation systems used to automate manufacturing production equipment.

The position prepares students for careers in advanced manufacturing by combining knowledge with hands-on training. The Mechatronics Manufacturing Assistance Instructor will use their knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of thecourse instruction. The Mechatronics Manufacturing Assistance Instructor uses a variety of media to present course materials andis responsible for assisting in curriculum development projects to maintain course relevance and support customer needs.

Assists in scheduling training deliveries, coordinates participant registration and logistics, compiles data, and ensures quality control measures are met. This position will be responsible for establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with students,customers and internal support personnel.

This position is located in Brownsville, Texas and reports to the Project Manager - TRAIN Project.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, manufacturing, or applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of hands-on Mechatronics systems experience.
• One year of experience in adult education and/or training in Mechatronics operation principles.

Equivalency:
Will consider an associate's degree with seven yearsof hands-on Mechatronics systems experience OR a High School Diploma/GED with nine years of hands-on Mechatronics systems experience.

• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license or abilityto obtain within 30 days of employment.

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish at a proficient level.
• Experience with robotics, sensors, actuators, and control systems.
• Industry certifications (e.g. Siemens Mechatronics System Certification, FANUC Robotics Certification).
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM and industrial software tools.
• Experience with IoT, smart manufacturing and data analytics asrelated to Industry 4.0 technologies.

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to regularly use computer/keyboard.
• Ability to support training delivery for up to 8-10hours/day.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions during construction.
• Physical conditioning consists with movement of training equipment, wearing personal protective equipment during instruction as needed, designing, developing, and deploying curriculum for classroom and online training delivery up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving.

• Excellent facilitation, communication, and presentation skills necessary to interact with students, business and community leaders.
• Proficient use of the principles and methods for instructingand training individuals and groups of various sizes.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong focus on customer service and student success.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, collaborate with ateam, and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to present course material using a wide variety ofmedia and technology.
• Working knowledge of essential office software and instructional programs (Windows and macOS), Office Suites(Microsoft Office, G Suite), presentation software (PowerPoint,Keynote, Zoom).
• Knowledge of Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLCprogramming.

• Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard,…