Field Engineer, Alabama Real-time Coastal Observing System (ARCOS) - 008648

University of South Alabama, United States

Updated: about 4 hours ago

Location: Mobile, ALABAMA

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information

Position Number	008648
Position Title	Field Engineer, Alabama Real-time Coastal Observing System (ARCOS) - 008648
Division	Academic Affairs
Department	421200 - Marine Sciences
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and possession of a valid driver’s license, current vessel operator license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with oceanic instrumentation, data logger programming and general coastal/oceanic field equipment deployments and operations is highly preferred. Small vessel operation, diving and basic computer programming is preferred.
Job Description Summary	The University of South Alabama’s department of Marine and Environmental Sciences is seeking to hire a Field Engineer, Alabama Real-time Coastal Observing System (ARCOS). Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions	Maintains the Alabama Real-time Coastal Observing System (ARCOS) and provides support services for other instrumentation and platforms (e.g., moorings, ocean glider). Performs programming, calibrating, and general servicing of stations, their instrumentation, infrastructure, and telemetry equipment. Provides support services for ocean glider operations (deployment, servicing, or more as required). May perform data analysis and creation of products leveraging the ARCOS data streams. Processes data such as conducting quality control from the different observation platforms (e.g. buoy sensors, glider sensors, fixed platforms) that requires the use of Matlab or Python programs. Develops new sensor arrays that may require the use of Arduino components. Documents and reports instrumentation performance and reporting utilizing Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products. Provides engineering designs for ocean moorings and oceanic equipment frames utilizing SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD software. Fabricates components for ocean deployment of instruments and sensor packages utilizing SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD software. Builds and fabricates components of different projects using a CC machine, laser cutter and 3-D printer. Carries various equipment that weighs up to 50 lbs without assistance. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required. Related duties as required.

Essential Functions

Maintains the Alabama Real-time Coastal Observing System (ARCOS) and provides support services for other instrumentation and platforms (e.g., moorings, ocean glider).
Performs programming, calibrating, and general servicing of stations, their instrumentation, infrastructure, and telemetry equipment.
Provides support services for ocean glider operations (deployment, servicing, or more as required).
May perform data analysis and creation of products leveraging the ARCOS data streams.
Processes data such as conducting quality control from the different observation platforms (e.g. buoy sensors, glider sensors, fixed platforms) that requires the use of Matlab or Python programs.
Develops new sensor arrays that may require the use of Arduino components.
Documents and reports instrumentation performance and reporting utilizing Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Provides engineering designs for ocean moorings and oceanic equipment frames utilizing SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD software.
Fabricates components for ocean deployment of instruments and sensor packages utilizing SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD software.
Builds and fabricates components of different projects using a CC machine, laser cutter and 3-D printer.
Carries various equipment that weighs up to 50 lbs without assistance.
Regular and prompt attendance.
Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	03/27/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days	Monday - Friday
Working Hours	8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Location	Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time	Full Time
Regular or Temporary	Regular

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