Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments that serve to optimize the tunneling process (increase speed, reduce cost)
• Design and conduct experiments that validate machine reliability
• Develop data-based models for key tunneling parameters
• Communicate with all stakeholders in the test process and clearly convey results and consequences
• Ensure all systems are compliant with appropriate regulations such as MSHA, OSHA, NEC, NFPA, Class 1 Division 2 Hazardous Location.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in physics, chemistry, math and/or engineering.
• Cross-functional technical knowledge (mechanical, electrical, software, research experience).
• Experience conducting research - collecting data, analyzing data, hypothesize models, verify models.
• Hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly and/or testing - can be in a professional, academic or recreational setting.
• Experience analyzing data using software (Python, Mathematica, Matlab, R, etc.)
• Acute attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of tunnel boring processes and related systems (excavation, ground conditioning, grout, tunnel lining, muck removal, etc.)
• Experience analyzing data using Python in Jupyter environment
• Experience of design using CAD software, FEA software, PCB design software, and/or software development.
• Knowledgeable in kinematics, thermodynamics, mechatronics, mechanism design, fluid power system concepts and design, dynamics, material selection, testing methods, and common machining and fabrication processes. 
• Experience in creating original research deliverables (papers, presentations, etc.)