Process Control Lab Specialist

University of Wisconsin Stout•Stevens Point, WI

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Natural Resources (CNR) has a full-time laboratory staff (100%) position available in the Department of Paper Science and Chemical Engineering. The Process Control Lab Specialist is responsible for maintaining and upkeep of laboratory equipment and assisting with instruction in laboratory experiments. Experience in and desire to work with diverse populations of learners and stakeholders are required. Full position description is available upon request.

Requirements

Associate degree in a technical field with a minimum of two years’ experience in operating and maintaining process control equipment and instrumentation
Experience with providing instruction related to process control lab equipment and instrumentation
Strong oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a minimum of three years’ experience in process control equipment and instrumentation
Strong commitment to student success

Responsibilities

Investigate new equipment and technology in collaboration with staff, students, and clients
Able to maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate needs of students
Must be able to set up, program, and operate all equipment in the process control laboratory
Familiarity with PLC programming, basic control elements, and control logic
Ability to learn new concepts in control engineering via training and/or self-study
Work with faculty to acquire equipment and develop laboratory experiments, including safety requirements
Work with the department chair to develop an acquisition strategy for the necessary equipment
Assist in developing and teaching the laboratory component for 1) an online, 15-credit graduate-level certificate in Process Control Engineering and 2) undergraduate laboratory courses for Chemical Engineering and Paper Science and Engineering students.
Develops, integrates, tests, and modifies scientific equipment to support educational goals, specifically, through remote computer access to equipment by students
Provides technical instruction for equipment use to staff, students, and clients to ensure safe operation
Designs, plans, and performs preventative and reactive maintenance on equipment to ensure safe and optimal operation
Maintains a clean, safe laboratory working environment
Maintains close contact with equipment vendors