Instrumentation Engineer

4 weeks ago

Amherst, Massachusetts, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to join our team as the Electronics Shop Manager for the Chemistry Department. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, supporting the teaching and research facilities of the Chemistry and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Departments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Troubleshoot and repair complex electronics instrumentation and related mechanical equipment.
  • Design, fabricate, install, and maintain prototype research/teaching/support apparatus as required.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot autoclaves, coordinate repairs to environmental growth chambers.
  • Prioritize and coordinate multiple simultaneous projects, communicating effectively with directors and technical support personnel.
  • Participate in requisitioning parts and supplies, maintaining auditable records.
  • Develop instructions and train faculty, students, or staff in proper equipment usage.
  • Ensure laboratory safety, supervising student workers and adjacent machine shop usage.
  • Assist the Department computer support team in wiring, troubleshooting, and maintaining computer networks.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field, plus at least five years of experience in computerized instrumentation or similar electronics.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and pneumatics for equipment and instrumentation used in scientific research.
  • Basic knowledge of refrigeration cooling systems.
  • Thorough knowledge of analog and digital electronics, including detector and transducer technologies, signal processing circuitry, and standard practices regarding grounding/shielding of instrumentation.
  • Ability to read and interpret schematic and logic diagrams, specifications, and technical literature.
  • Basic computer networking skills.
  • Ability to work with machine shop equipment and tools.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with state electrical code.
  • Experience working in a teaching and/or research lab environment.
  • Experience repairing electronic equipment at the component level.
  • Proficiency with desktop computers (PC-based preferred).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of basic laboratory safety procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Basic knowledge of vacuum systems and vacuum pumps.
  • Experience with autoclave sterilizers.
  • Experience designing and manufacturing prototype research/teaching/support apparatus as required to support Departmental objectives.
Work Environment

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm (37.5 hours a week). Occasional off-hours support for rare emergencies and some weekend hours may be required.

Salary Information

Level 30

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