REACH Co-Lab Research Assistant

Job Description

Position Summary:

The REACH Co-Lab within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at CSU would like to hire a temporary hourly employee to support research.

Full Consideration Date:

5/18/2026

Brief Work Unit Description:

https://www.engr.colostate.edu/me/

Essential Job Duties:

Construct and operate research facilities for thermal energy systems:

• Design, specify, and procure engineered components for thermal energy research projects at the REACH CoLab

• Construct test facilities for thermal systems experiments

• Fabricate components for test facility using basic machine tools

• Perform demolition work to create space for new experiments

• Operate and troubleshoot test facilities to collect data

Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment background check

Supervision:

none

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university;

• Experience in using CAD software to design energy systems and components;

• Experience in thermal systems design, fabrication, and performance testing;

• Experience with data analysis and interpretation; and

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of relevant industry or academic experience in a research laboratory, especially at the CSU Powerhouse Energy Campus; and

• Ability to work with various groups of people including students, faculty, staff and other collaborators both within the University and external to the University.

Salary Range

$30.00 per hour

Required Application Documents

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EEO

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