Manufacture Specialists

The Opportunity:

We are looking to hire skilled and dedicated professionals for multiple roles at the Florida Solar Energy Center, who possess one or more of the certifications and experience in the following job functions:

• Electrical Technician and Assembler

• Welder and Manufacturing Technician

• Manufacturing Technician

Responsibilities:

Electrical Technician and Assembler

• Play a critical role in the assembly, integration, wiring, and testing of our electrical systems

• Work with low voltage (LV) and high voltage (HV) panels, installation of instruments and electrical components, cable trays and conduit, panel building and wiring, performing system check-outs, and supporting factory acceptance testing

• Install other system components and provide support for initial and extended testing

• Handle the installation and mounting of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, process piping, instruments, wiring components, and other related components.

Welder and Manufacturing Technician

• Play a critical role in the fabrication, construction, assembly, and testing of sub-skid systems as well as full system integration

• Work with various metals (e.g., carbon steel, stainless steel), pipe welding, structural frame support welding, mechanical equipment assembly, pressure vessels builds and installations, controls and instruments installations, hangers and equipment supports/mounts for the several structural and process piping and control systems

• Possess strong welding skills, welding certifications, experience with welding procedures, fabrication skills, interpreting assembly drawings, piping (isometric drawing) ISOs, and the ability to work collaboratively with our engineering and production teams

• Perform general system-level assembly and installation of motors, pumps, instruments, and other electrical, mechanical, and chemical components

• Assemble major process equipment to sub-skid/modules, welding and bolting interconnecting process piping and installation of system control subcomponents

Manufacturing Technician

• Directly participate in hands-on fabrication, construction, assembly, testing and start-up of the M2X operating system

• Produce sub-skids integrated into a “chemical plant on wheels” through a series of assembly steps, including steel frame fabrication, installation and mounting of pressure vessels/heat exchangers, process piping, instruments, wiring components, and other components

• Assemble and install major and minor process equipment, including vessels, motors, pumps, electrical components, support systems, valves, and other components

• Install pumps, electric motors, valves, controls, instruments, and related mechanical subsystems

Minimum Qualifications:

• Technical diploma or associate degree in above mentioned fields (electrical, welding, manufacturing, engineering technology etc.)

• Proven experience as above-mentioned job functions

• Proficient in reading/interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams

• Works from engineering drawings/prints, ISOs and job or system specifications, test procedures, schematics, and verbal instruction

• Reasonable understanding of electrical and mechanical process systems, process piping, bolted joints, mechanical compression connections and instrument installations

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with manufacturing and assembly of mechanical and electrical systems

• 2+ years of technician experience with complex engineered systems

• Experience in welding and manufacturing environment, or industrial manufacturing environment

• Certification or licensing as an electrician or electrical technician

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Experience with automotive engines, automotive wiring, and electrical/gas generators

• Demonstrates previous Weld Certifications with interests in advancement in automated welding operations

• Basic understanding of inspections and inspection processes per AWS D1.1, API 1104, ASTM testing standards, ASNDT testing standards, rules, regulations, codes and standards

• Interest in advanced welding procedures, techniques, welding inspection, and certifications

• Certification or licensing as an electrician or electrical technician

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Knowledge of advanced testing and diagnostic equipment such as HART communicators, digital multimeters, and process calibrators

• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment as needed

• Comfortable working in various environments, including confined spaces and at heights of standing, bending, and walking for extended periods

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.

This is a repost position. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Are Benefits Important to You? 

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.   

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins. 

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

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Benefits Eligibility

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state’s benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First.  OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

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