Position: Senior Technologist (Mechanical Engineering)

Job type
Full Time
Category
Academic
Location / Branch
University of Namibia / Jose Eduardo Dos Santos Campus
Closing Date
10 July 2026 (5 days from now)
Job Description

Develop and conduct practical sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate Mechanical Engineering modules. Manage, maintain, and ensure the safe operation of departmental laboratories, workshops, machines, and equipment. Provide technical support for teaching, research, consultancy, innovation, and student projects. Develop laboratory manuals, practical assessment materials, and standard operating procedures. Administer practical assessments and maintain laboratory records, inventories, and equipment maintenance schedules. Troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and coordinate the servicing of laboratory and workshop equipment. Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, health, and environmental regulations. Train and supervise laboratory users, including students, tutors, technicians, and technologists. Support the design, fabrication, testing, and commissioning of prototypes, experimental setups, and engineering systems. Coordinate field trips, laboratory demonstrations, outreach activities, and industry engagement initiatives. Contribute to the development and upgrading of laboratory facilities and engineering infrastructure.

Requirements
  • A Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. 
  • At least three (3) years of relevant experience as a Technologist 
  • Demonstrated experience in managing engineering laboratories, workshops, and technical equipment. 
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and equipment maintenance.
  • Competence in the use of engineering software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
  • Relevant industrial experience will be an added advantage.
  • The advertisement reflects the minimum eligibility criteria, and the search committee may establish additional criteria for the purpose of shortlisting and selection.

 

Published On
26 June 2026
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