Instructor in Mechanical Engineering

Job Summary:

The Lab Instructor in Mechanical Engineering is responsible for preparing, conducting, and supervising laboratory sessions for undergraduate and/or graduate students. The role involves ensuring the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment, assisting students in experimental procedures, and supporting faculty in course delivery through practical demonstrations and hands-on instruction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare laboratory equipment, tools, and materials in advance of scheduled lab sessions.
• Conduct lab sessions in subjects such as Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Mechanics of Materials, Dynamics, CAD/CAM, Manufacturing Processes, Robotics, or Instrumentation and Control, depending on department needs.
• Instruct and guide students through lab experiments, explaining procedures, theory, and data analysis techniques.
• Ensure student safety and enforce proper laboratory safety protocols at all times.
• Provide support for student projects and assist with design, fabrication, and testing when necessary.
• Maintain lab equipment, perform routine checks, and coordinate repairs or servicing as needed.
• Assist in updating lab manuals and documentation.
• Evaluate student performance in lab exercises and prepare reports or grading as required.
• Collaborate with faculty to improve lab content and integrate hands-on activities with course objectives.
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies and submit procurement requests when needed.
• Support faculty in research or departmental development projects, if assigned.
• Assist faculty in preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, or discussion sections.
• Support laboratory sessions by setting up experiments, guiding students, and ensuring lab safety.
• Hold office hours to assist students with coursework, homework, or lab-related questions.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, exams, and lab reports according to provided rubrics and guidelines.
• Provide feedback to students to help them improve their understanding and performance.
• Attend lectures or labs (as required) to stay aligned with course content and expectations.
• Help manage course content on learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard).
• Assist with proctoring exams or quizzes.
• Participate in weekly or periodic meetings with the instructor or other TAs.
• Provide feedback to the instructor about student progress or difficulties observed in class or labs.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Demonstrated experience with mechanical lab equipment and tools.
• Strong understanding of core mechanical engineering principles and lab procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to laboratory safety and academic integrity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹12,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person