Job Information
Michigan Technological University Research Engineer I in Houghton, Michigan
Research Engineer I
Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/1021/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=493681&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job No: 24172
Department: Materials Science and Engineering
Work Type: Staff - Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Engineering, Sciences
Job Description Summary
Engineering staff position to support the activities of MSE in the areas of metals manufacturing, metals production equipment design and build, and executing activities for externally sponsored MSE/IMP research.
Responsibilities
Support MSE and IMP research projects, users, and infrastructure
a. Advance current external research and help to increase external research activity in MSE b. Collaborate with faculty and research to grow the use of the facilitySupporting laboratory instruction in MSE
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives.
Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures
BS in Mechanical Engineering or closely related design and manufacturing field
Required Experience
Two years of experience in metals manufacturing in an industrial environment, such as metal casting or thermo-mechanical processing.
Desirable Education and/or Experience
Ability to plan and execute research and development pilot-scale manufacturing set-up and materials production
Organizational skills to set-up and maintain high-tech materials research labs
Interest and aptitude for teaching materials manufacturing labs
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
Demonstrated ability to design, manufacture, and launch materials production equipment for pilot-scale processes
a. CAD, FEA analysis, and design optimization
b. Material selection and working with machinists and suppliers
c. Assembly and prove-out of new material production equipment
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff
Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
Experience working in or managing a complex, multi-user manufacturing facilities.
Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints. **
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands
There are no unusual physical demands
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Data Security Training
Annual Title IX Training
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1
FLSA Status
Exempt
Appointment Term
12 months
Shift
Pay Rate/Salary
No less than $50,000
Title of Position Supervisor
Department Chair
Posting Type
Internal & External
Dependent on Funding
{bOther3}
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)
Additional Information
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech’s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements)
Advertised: 23 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: