Lab Machinist

The Lab Machinist at Drexel University will be an integral part of the research and development team in the Mechanical Engineering Department. We’re looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual that is passionate about helping to create and maintain the highest level of precision machinery in our world-class facilities. The successful candidate must possess a strong knowledge of mechanical and machining principles, have a genuine interest in learning new technology, and be able to work well with colleagues to ensure that the lab runs efficiently. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, at least five years of experience in a lab setting, and a background in CNC programming, machining, and troubleshooting. If you meet these qualifications, we want to hear from you!

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Lab Machinist in Philadelphia, PA, USA is between $32,813 and $49,719. The median salary for this job is $40,266.

Drexel University is a private research university with its main campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1891 by Anthony J. Drexel, a financier and philanthropist. Founded as Drexel Institute of Art, Science, and Industry, it was renamed Drexel Institute of Technology in 1936, before assuming the name Drexel University in 1970. There is 70 undergraduate programs and more than 100 master's, doctoral, and professional programs at the university. Drexel's cooperative education program (co-op) is a prominent aspect of the school's degree programs, offering students the opportunity to gain up to 18 months of paid, full-time work experience in a field relevant to their undergraduate major or graduate degree program prior to graduation.