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Miami University · 2 months ago

Undergraduate Research Assistant Engineering Tech

Phelps Hall

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

Miami University is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to join their Engineering Technology Department as a paid undergraduate research assistant. The role involves gaining hands-on experience in Smart Manufacturing by assisting in the construction and development of digital twins using Virtual Reality and virtual commissioning technologies.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Environment Scanning: Operate 3D scanning technologies to capture detailed point cloud data of physical assets and lab facilities. You will then process this data for use in CAD and digital twin platforms

CAD Model Development: Create and refine accurate 3D CAD models from scanned data and existing engineering drawings. You will help develop and maintain the foundational CAD backbone of the digital twin, ensuring model accuracy and integrity

VR/AR Visualization: Develop immersive 3D renderings and interactive visualizations for use in VR and AR applications, allowing users to experience the digital twin in a virtual environment

System Integration & Testing: Integrate digital twin models with real-time data streams from IoT sensors. You will also implement and execute virtual commissioning simulations to test and validate control software and automation processes before physical deployment

Qualification

3D modelingCADVR/AR developmentPythonC++C#ElectronicsSensorsMicrocontrollersProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamwork

Required

Currently enrolled in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related undergraduate program

Completed introductory coursework in CAD/3D modeling

Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, hands-on approach to learning

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Coursework or project experience in 3D modeling, computer graphics, or VR/AR development

Basic programming experience in Python, C++, or C#

Familiarity with electronics, sensors, or microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi)

Company

Miami University

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Strong academics, highly personal instruction, energetic campus life, successful graduates — Miami University sets the standard for public higher education on one of America’s most beautiful campuses.

Founded in 1809

Oxford, Ohio, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.miamioh.edu/fsb/academics/entrepreneurship/focus-areas/startup-entrepreneurship/redhawk-launch-accelerator/index.html

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