Engineer III-VI – Naval Architect/Marine Engineer – 2 Positions (id:82266)
Orono
Advanced Structures and Composites Center - OADCC
UMPSA
07-09
Orono ME
The University of Maine Advanced Structures and Composites Center has an immediate need to hire a highly-qualified Engineer III-V to support our continued growth in the area of hybrid manufacturing of marine end use parts and vessels. The purpose of this position is to provide support in evaluating, designing, and improving marine systems for vessels comprised of composite materials from large-scale hybrid manufacturing approaches. The Engineer III-V will support, plan, and conduct assigned and/or original research in a variety of research and development projects encompassing manufacturing, marine engineering and systems, and the engineering of composites and structures while working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and graduate and undergraduate students at the Advanced Structures and Composites Center. The Engineer III-VI will additionally collaborate with external vendors to manage the installation of novel machinery systems into prototype and experimental vessels and laboratory test setups. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is commensurate with Career Level:
Engineer III – up to $95,000
Engineer IV – up to $115,000
Engineer V – up to $130,000
Engineer VI – up to $150,000
Complete Job Description
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu .
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here .
Required:
- M.S. in related engineering fields, structural engineering, naval architecture, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, material science, physics, or a related discipline. Or Bachelor’s degree plus significant relevant experience.
- Three or more years’ experience in maritime industry, preferably from design and/or initial build backgrounds.
- Familiarity with composite vessel build process, which may include system component sizing and layout, part tooling design and implementation, lamination processes, and manufacturing challenges.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet constant deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with industry members.
Preferred:
- Ph.D. in related engineering fields, structural engineering, naval architecture, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, material science, physics, or a related discipline.
- Significant experience in some of the following areas: advanced composites, FEA, design for additive manufacturing (3D printing), marine composite fabrication, systems and assembly, advanced mechanics of materials, would be an advantage.
- Experience with marine electrical propulsion systems.
- Experience with planning and execution of operations and maintenance of marine systems.
Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
3.) contact information for three professional references
You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
Initial review of applications to begin July 25th and will continue until both positions are filled.
For questions about the search, please contact Kimberly Scribner, Workforce Coordinator – [email protected] .
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 127 Alumni Hall, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Fiscal Year (12 Months)
Cover Letter, References, Resume/CV