Makerspace Engineer
Job in
Williamsburg, James City County, Virginia, 23187, USA
Listed on 2026-10-03
Listing for:
Civicworks
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-03
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Makerspace Engineer supports the operation, maintenance, and growth of William & Mary's makerspaces, providing technical expertise, hands-on training, and operational leadership. The position delivers workshops, maintains and repairs fabrication equipment, mentors student engineers, and collaborates with faculty and students to advance innovation and experiential learning. Based in the Integrated Science Center within the School of Computing, Data Sciences, and Physics, the role requires strong technical skills in digital fabrication, prototyping, or machine shop operations with a commitment to teaching and supporting a diverse academic community.
Keyqualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Industrial Design, Architecture, STEM Education, or related technical field
- Experience operating and maintaining fabrication equipment such as CNC routers/mills, laser cutters, 3D printers, or welding equipment
- Knowledge of shop, laboratory, or makerspace safety practices with demonstrated ability to enforce safety procedures
- Experience teaching, training, or mentoring students, staff, or customers in safe and effective use of technical equipment
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer-service skills with ability to work collaboratively across campus
- Preferred:
Expertise in multiple fabrication disciplines, prior university makerspace or fabrication laboratory experience, or experience supervising student employees and managing facility operations
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