MAPRO Design Engineer - Biomechanics - Other Hourly Worker

MAPRO Design Engineer

• Biomechanics
• Other Hourly Worker University of Nebraska at Omaha
• 4.

1 Omaha, NE Job Details Part-time | Full-time $23 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering CAD software Engineering testing Robotic systems Bachelor of Science Engineering Mechanical Engineering Java C++ 3D printing Prototype creation Equipment maintenance Milling machines Manual machining Research & development Drafting Prototypes Python Entry level CNC machine maintenance Mechanical product development projects Full Job Description Position Information Job Title MAPRO Design Engineer

• Biomechanics
• Other Hourly Worker Department Biomechanics Essential Functions This hourly worker position is a multidisciplinary engineering role that provides design, development, prototyping, and testing of electronic, robotic, and mechanical devices for use in biomechanics research and projects as part of our Machining and Prototype Core (MAPRO).

This position works alongside full-time MAPRO staff and reports directly to the MAPRO Director. Work Schedule 15 hours per week Additional Duties Designing and implementing devices using CAD software

• Operation and maintenance of both manual and CNC Mills, Lathes, Machine Tools, 3D Printers.
• Program robotic and electrical equipment using Java, C++, and Python.
• Providing input toward the solution of complex problems with Core Facility team members while providing an engineering-focused level of insight and problem-solving.
• Produces highly detailed and accurate drawings for use as supplemental material for publications that utilize in-house designs and devices. This includes assembly drawings, bills of materials, and part illustrations.
• Communicate with University faculty for the development of New Invention Notifications and patents.

Required Qualifications B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNO is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an E-Verify employer. Salary 23.00/hour Posting Detail Information Posting Number 2026T-00130 Open Date Close Date 07/12/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.