Research Engineer III
- Employer
- Auburn University
- Location
- Alabama, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 22, 2020
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Engineering, Other Science & Technology
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
S238P
Home Org Name
Engineering Administration
Division Name
Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
Position Title
Research Engineer III
Job Class Code
JA01C
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
Yes
Limited Term Length
2 years
Job Summary
This is a two year limited term appointment. Continuation of employment will be contingent upon availability of funding.
This is a pool posting for future vacancies in this job classification. Applications will be considered active for a period of six months from the posting date
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering is seeking candidates for multiple positions for Research Engineers. A Research Engineer conducts research in various fields of engineering to design and develop technology and to carry out investigations, evaluation, and application of engineering theories and principles. These positions will be based on two-year terms which will be renewable based on performance and abilities to secure and support externally funded research.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:
Performs a variety of research and development activities requiring the application of engineering practices and principles.
Designs, operates, maintains, and repairs specialized equipment and engineered systems utilizing engineering practices and principles.
Advises faculty, postdocs, students, and staff with engineering design, modification, prototype and process development, analysis procedures, and other engineering solutions.
Performs failure analysis, optimization studies and other investigations.
Evaluates findings to develop new concepts, equipment, or processes.
Ensures supplies are available and operational for use in projects.
May manage local computer systems for laboratory functionality.
Develops proposals, budgets, schedules and progress reports and presents results to internal and external stakeholders.
Prepares technical reports for long and short-range planning.
Minimum Education and Experience
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
Field of Study
Engineering to include: Aerospace, Biosystems, Chemical, Civil, Software, Electrical and Computer, Industrial and Systems, Mechanical and Materials at the time employment begins.
Years of Experience
Level I requires no experience
Area of Experience
Experience in engineering and research practices and principles in microelectronics, automotive electronics, highway research, robotics and autonomous systems, metallurgy and materials, asphalt technology, pulp and paper, transportation, energy technology, detection and food safety, cyber-security and information technology.
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Level II- 2 years; Level III -4 years; Level IV-6 years; Level V- 8 years; Level VI- 10 years
Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)
Education Level
Advanced degrees may be considered in lieu of experience
Field of Study
Engineering
Years of Experience
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Some positions may require licensure as a professional engineer.
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Desired qualifications include a Masters or Doctoral degrees, Professional Engineering Licensure, Commercial Drivers License or Remote Pilot Certificate.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Grade
Salary Range
$35,000 - $131,600
Job Category
Engineering
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:
State position is located:
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
05/22/2020
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/7187
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How were you made aware of this opportunity?
- AU Employment website
- Employment websites (Indeed, HigherEd Jobs, etc.)
- Veterans Assistance Services
- Disability Assistance Services
- Newspaper
- Professional Journal
- Listserv
- HR email
- Social Media
- State Employment Service
- Walk-in
- Other
- * Please select the answer that best describes your current
employment relationship with Auburn University.
- Not a current Auburn employee
- Current Auburn employee in position less than one year
- Current Auburn employee in position more than one year
- * Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited
institution in Engineering to include: Aerospace, Biosystems,
Chemical, Civil, Software, Electrical and Computer, Industrial and
Systems, Mechanical and Materials at the time employment begins?
- Yes
- No
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