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JOB TITLE:
Technician, Senior - Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
JOB PURPOSE:
- Provide technical support and safety supervision for laboratories in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science department.
- Manage, supervise, coordinate and evaluate all functions related to laboratory operations including the design, fabrication, maintenance and repair, and operations of the instruments used for educational and research purposes.
- Aid students, faculty, and staff across all disciplines with electrical troubleshooting.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain, operate, test, troubleshoot, design, and analyze the EECS (Electrical Engineering & Computer Science) department’s laboratories, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards. Assist faculty members and researchers in conducting experiments, tests, and demonstrations. Provide technical support and guidance to students, faculty, and staff in the use of department equipment and software. Maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies, equipment, and tools, and order replacements as needed.
- Assist in the design, construction, and modification of system prototypes and testbeds. Assist in the design, fabrication, and assembly of printed circuit boards for senior design students, graduate and faculty research.
- Support the operations of the EECS electronics shop. Assist people outside the EECS department with electronic problems. Fabricate printed circuit boards for entities across the college and university.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment in the laboratories. Collaborate with the department staff to develop and update laboratory manuals and procedures.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
- Complete other duties as needed that maintain the smooth operation of the EECS department.
- Serve on college and university committees as appropriate.
COMPETENCIES:
- Analysis/Problem Identification
- Independence
- Influence
- Quality Orientation
- Service Orientation
- Technical/Professional Knowledge
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associate's degree or equivalent education and experience in Electronics Technology or a related field
Experience: 5 years work-related experience in the construction, repair and maintenance of mechanical or electronic equipment
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong written communications
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Solid knowledge of electrical engineering principles, circuits, and systems
- Proficiency in using electrical/computer engineering laboratory equipment, tools, and software
- Experience working as an electrical/computer engineering technician or similar role
- Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems
- Experience with programming languages and software tools commonly used in electrical engineering
- Knowledge of printed circuit board (PCB) development, including soldering techniques
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
- Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).
Due to a current system limitation, you may only be prompted to upload your resume/CV and a Cover Letter. to ensure your application is complete, we recommend you put all of your application materials into one file with your cover letter. However, if you're experiencing any issues in doing so, please send any additional application materials to [email protected], and a recruiter will manually add them to your application packet. To help us process your application more efficiently, please include the 6-digit job ID number (located at the bottom of the job posting) in your email.
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 8/17/25 will receive full consideration.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].
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