Undergraduate Research Assistant, Department of Civil, Architecrural, and Environmental Engineering
The University of Texas at AustinAbout the role
Job Posting Title:
Undergraduate Research Assistant, Department of Civil, Architecrural, and Environmental Engineering----
Hiring Department:
Fariborz Maseeh Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
20----
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSA----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026----
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS----
Job Details:
General Notes
As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.
Purpose
We are looking for an undergraduate student to assist in the development of building a hybrid UAV/mobile ground robot, requiring integrated mechanical design across both driving and flight modes.
Responsibilities
Fabricate and assemble structural frames using steel tubing and/or aluminum extrusions, including cutting, drilling, and fitting components to CAD specifications.
Design, model, and iterate CAD assemblies for the chassis, suspension, steering, etc.
3D print prototype parts and fixtures for mechanical subsystems, and iterate designs based on fit and function testing.
Support integration of mechanical systems with electrical, sensor, and control subsystems, coordinating with team members on interface requirements.
Assist with bench and field testing of the ground and aerial systems.
Lead machine shop fabrication tasks (cutting, welding, drilling, tapping).
Required Qualifications
Must be enrolled in 3 hours if not enrolled in 12 hours in the previous semester.
Mechanical Engineering or related background.
CAD modeling.
3D printing.
Skillful in designing and building fixed frames made out of steel tubes or aluminium extrusions.
Must be willing to join in-person at Pickle Research Campus.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with automotives, suspension, braking, steering.
FEA analysis
Hands-on experience and training with a machine shop.
Hands-on experience in welding or basic understanding of welding.
Salary Range
$25.00 hourly
Working Conditions
Typical office environment
Use of manual dexterity
Development work on the robot itself to be done in Pickle Research Campus where mechanics tool set and protection gear are available.
Most fabrication work to be done in ME workshops, Texas Inventionworks in main campus.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select addi
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