Technical Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary

• Participate interactively in rapid design cycles for scientific instrument development, including communication with scientists and engineers.
• Develop and produce components for prototypes. Using additive manufacturing (3D printing) and related tools.
• Perform quality control and testing of devices
• Actively collaborative with scientists and outdoor research teams to ensure rapid development cycles.

Responsibilities

• 3D printing and post-processing parts
• Create 3D models for demonstration
• Assembly of 3D-printed parts with optics and printed circuit boards
• Data analysis, record keeping and progress report presentation

Desired Qualifications

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience with assembly testing and repair of photosynthesis measuring instruments
• 3D Printing
• Proficient with the use of basic hand tools, soldering and soldering rework
• Experience in CAD software (Fusion 360, FreeCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Basic knowledge of safety and personal protection equipment for powered tools
• Basic skills in programming (C++, R, python)
• Experience with Electrical engineering

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

https://prl.natsci.msu.edu/