Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Information
Requisition
202600070ST
Title
Student Employee-Engineering Technology-Research Assistant
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Dept of Engineering Technology
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours per week
up to 10 hours per week
Hiring Rate
$10.00 per hour
Preferred Student Classification
undergraduate
Nature & Purpose of Position
Title: Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) of Carbon and Glass Fibers
This project aims to develop innovative composite materials using (FDM) to enhance the mechanical and thermal properties required for demanding applications in industries. The primary objectives of this research include optimizing the formulation of composite materials using polypropylene (PP) pellets with varying ratios of glass fiber and carbon fiber,(ecoPLAS 3D201 and LX175 PLA). The student assistant will mix different rations of the pellets, make filaments using Filabot extruder, print samples and test mechanical and thermal properties.
Other Requirements for the Position
1. Undergraduate student majoring in Engineering Technology or closely related
2.Willingness to conduct the work required for this project
3.Previous experience with 3D printing
Open Date
02/23/2026
Position Number
9N9944
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title
Dr. Suleiman Obeidat, Assist Prof
Contact Phone
936-294-1091
Contact Email
smo036@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #
Pirkle 420 C
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