Engineering Technician

Auburn University, United States

Updated: 3 days ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S3455P
Home Org Name Electrical & Computer Engineering
Division Name Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering
Position Title Engineering Technician
Job Class Code JB03A-B-C-D
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering’s, Electrical & Computer Engineering department is seeking candidates for the Engineering Technicianposition. This position will performs work associated with laboratory and/or research equipment installation, fabrication, maintenance, and/or repair.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
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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.

Minimum Qualifications


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.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications


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

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $30,500 - $57,300
Job Category Engineering
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 03/04/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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
Please provide 3 references with email addresses
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