About this role
The School of Engineering at Brown University has a new and exciting opportunity to hire a Research Engineer.
The Research Engineer is responsible for the design, fabrication, purchasing, and maintenance of laboratory equipment and facilities surrounding projects related to experimental fluid mechanics. The incumbent will provide support related to the preparation of posters, publications, and progress reports; may participate in the writing and preparation of proposals for research grants and sponsored funding. They will provide general laboratory support including upkeep and maintenance of fabrication equipment (3D printers, laser cutter, laser engraver, benchtop CNC, hand tools, bench tools) and assisting users with the devices and providing design guidance and fabrication support. Maintain and improve lab organization system. They will also serve as lab liaison to the Brown Design Workshop, IT, Facilities, and Environmental Health & Safety.
This is a part-time, 15 hour per week, one-year, fixed term position. Effort and position end date can be increased/extended upon the continued availability of funding and research needs.
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance.
The successful candidate, as a minimum, should have the following background:
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline.
1-2 years experience with engineering design and design project experience.
Experience in a university laboratory setting is preferred.
Job Competencies
Experience in CAD, rapid-prototyping techniques, metal and woodworking, and circuit design.
Software experience with Python and MATLAB, and experience with Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi hardware.
Excellent customer service orientation and communication skills, both verbal and written to communicate technical and design issues and ideas clearly.
Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
Initiative and ability to work independently and as a member of a team.