Engineering Technician

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Full-Time

Requisition Number: S4453P

Home Org Name: Electrical & Computer Engineering

Division Name: Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering

Job Class Code: JB03A-B-C-D

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: Yes

Limited Term Length: 12-24 Months

Job Summary

The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering's, Electrical & Computer Engineering department is seeking candidates for the Engineering Technician position. This position will performs work associated with laboratory and/or research equipment installation, fabrication, maintenance, and/or repair.

Essential Functions

• Installs, tests, repairs, upgrades and maintains equipment and facilities used in research and instruction.
• Schedules preventative maintenance and outages for equipment and facilities, while limiting downtime.
• Instructs and assists students and faculty in the proper use of research-related and/or instructional equipment and models while following safe operating procedures.
• Maintains inventory of replacement parts and maintenance supplies for all equipment and facilities.
• Assists with the design of prototype equipment, instruments, devices, components, and systems.
• Operates machinery and equipment associated with research and/or instruction.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Level I: Associate's degree from an accredited institution in a Technical, engineering, or scientific field related to laboratory equipment installation and maintenance with no experience.

Level II: Associate's degree from an accredited institution in a Technical, engineering, or scientific field related to laboratory equipment installation and maintenance PLUS 2 years of experience.

Level III: Associate's degree from an accredited institution in a Technical, engineering, or scientific field related to laboratory equipment installation and maintenance PLUS 4 years of experience.

Level IV: Associate's degree from an accredited institution in a Technical, engineering, or scientific field related to laboratory equipment installation and maintenance PLUS 6 years of experience.

Focus of Experience: Experience in the practices of assisting in engineering design and manufacturing.

Substitutions allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in higher education; knowledge of Auburn University administrative policies and procedures. Certified electrician, basic plumbing knowledge/experience, industrial systems or manufacturing technology maintenance experience or degree

Salary Range: $33,230 - $81,160

Job Category: Engineering

City position is located in: Auburn

State position is located: Alabama

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