Engineer, IIHR

UIOWA • Iowa City, IA

41d

About The Position

The Engineer, IIHR will contribute to the research mission of IIHR— Hydroscience and Engineering and the Iowa Flood Center by collaborating with faculty and research staff to manage project tasks and deadlines to meet stakeholder expectations and project deliverables. Communicate project updates to internal and external stakeholders and perform other duties as needs arise. Assist in planning and designing the construction, modification, fabrication, and installation and document/perform maintenance procedures of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or civil engineering devices, structures, systems and/or research projects of moderate complexity. Oversee, troubleshoot, manage, and document field monitoring activities related to the Iowa Flood Center and IIHR. May be involved in developing project proposals, budgets, and schedules for external clients and stakeholders. The College of Engineering and IIHR intend to hire a Design Engineer (Req #26002134) or Engineer (Req #26002137) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• A Minimum of 6 months of engineering experience.
• A background in multiple technical trades including fabrication, mechanics, hydraulics, electronics, and construction.
• Strong communications skills: effective oral and written communication of scientific concepts (both technical and non-technical) and the demonstrated ability to work with others in a research environment.
• The ability to travel statewide on a regular basis, involvement in occasional overnight fieldwork over periods of varying duration, and the ability to work in harsh field conditions or inclement weather and at heights of up to 40 feet.
• A valid driver’s license and continued compliance with the standards of the University Driving Policy (University of Iowa Operations Manual Part V, Chapter 19).
• Ability to occasionally move 100 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in CAD or programming languages such as C and Python.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Iowa.
• Project management experience.
• Strong technical writing ability.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience related to the duties of this job description.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze information required to perform engineering assignments.
• Prepare progress reports and engineering specifications.
• Develop technical procedures and associated documentation.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems that may arise in equipment maintenance.
• Participate in the preparation of engineering specifications.
• Complete engineering assignments, typically short term, in accordance with design specifications and standards.
• Manage construction, installation, and design changes of experimental equipment such as rain gauge systems, stream gauge systems.
• Identify and adhere to Quality Assurance practices to maintain validity and integrity of research data.
• Complete work that meets all relevant specifications and regulations.
• Verify that completed work meets customer expectations and industry standards.
• Examine data collected from field instrumentation to ensure proper operation and follow-up as needed.
• Assist with planning and developing project scope, budget, and schedule as needs arise.
• Prioritize concurrent project work to ensure expectations are met and deadlines are maintained.
• Understand and may apply engineering principles and the scientific method to solve technical issues as assigned.
• Test and maintain sensor equipment, troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment failures including sensors, modems, power supplies, data loggers, and other infrastructure.
• Identify and make recommendations to resolve singular or recurring failures point in systems.
• Communicate engineering concepts to faculty, staff and students.
• Communicate with internal project team members to assure reliable project coordination.
• Provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching and counseling to assure outcomes are achieved.
• Provide information to estimate project costs.
• Initiate purchasing requests for supplies and equipment.

Benefits

• Regular salaried position.
• Pay level 3B .
• Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level