Design Engineer, IIHR
Education Requirement
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 1 year of engineering experience.
- A strong, diversified 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.
- 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.
Desired Qualifications
- 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 3 years of job-related experience.
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions, contact Alex Schutman at Alex-Schutman@uiowa.edu
Benefits Highlight
Regular salaried position 4B. 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.
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
