Machine Design Peer Tutor

OVERVIEW

JOB TITLE: Machine Design Peer Tutor

LOCATION: St. Paul Campus

PAY RATE: $16.50/ hour

HOURS: Must be available to support lab times Tuesday or Thursday 8-11:35am

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a responsible and technically proficient student to serve as a Peer Tutor for the Machine Design Laboratory. The Peer Tutor will support student learning in applied mechanical design concepts, including analysis, CAD modeling, fabrication, and experimental validation of machine components and systems. This role focuses on reinforcing engineering fundamentals, promoting safe and effective lab practices, and assisting students as they develop and test machine design projects. The Peer Tutor will work closely with the course instructor and lab staff to enhance student learning and lab execution.

Hiring Official: Lauren Deonauth

Email: patr0017@stthomas.edu

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide in-lab tutoring and guidance to students working on machine design projects.
• Assist students with CAD modeling, technical drawings, and interpretation of engineering specifications.
• Support understanding and application of machine design concepts such as stress analysis, mechanisms, fasteners, and material selection.
• Reinforce proper use of machine shop tools, fabrication equipment, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Assist students in troubleshooting design, assembly, and testing issues under faculty direction.
• Communicate recurring student challenges and lab needs to instructional staff to improve course delivery.

TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

• Mechanical design principles and machine element analysis
• CAD modeling and engineering drawing interpretation
• Hands-on fabrication and machine shop safety practices
• Applied problem-solving in design, assembly, and testing
• Technical communication and peer instruction
• Understanding of design iteration and engineering validation processes
• Collaboration in an instructional lab environment

QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current student, pursuing a BS or MS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field graduating approximately June 2027.
• Completed coursework in Machine Design.
• Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical design principles, including stress analysis, failure theories, fasteners, mechanisms, and material selection.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Creo, or equivalent)
• Ability to interpret and evaluate engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex engineering concepts in a clear and structured manner
• Commitment to enforcing laboratory safety procedures and best practices
• Must be available to support lab times Tuesday or Thursday 8-11:35am

ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for student employment, St. Thomas students must be degree seeking at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. Students must be actively enrolled at least part-time in courses for credit. For further information on eligibility please see the Student Employee Toolkit on One StThomas. 

The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.