Engineer, IIHR
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.
This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Specific Job Duties and Tasks
- Develop technical procedures and associated documentation. Troubleshoot and solve problems that may arise in equipment maintenance.
- 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.
- 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 deadlines are maintained.
- 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 and coordinate project work with external agencies such as NASA, NWS, IDOT, DNR, etc. as well as other constituents such as vendors, collaborators, Emergency Management Coordinators, private landowners, and the public.
- Provide support for tours for dignitaries, officials, and other guests.
- May provide functional supervision for staff and students.
- Work effectively with staff to assure desired outcomes are achieved.
- Manage the successful completion of departmental projects within budget, on schedule, and in compliance with engineering standards.
- Effectively communicate project and budget status, expected costs, and potential overages. Problem-solve to keep projects on track.
To obtain the full job description including key areas of responsibility, technical competencies, and desirable qualifications, please contact Alex-Schutman@uiowa.edu
About the College of Engineering
The College of Engineering is one of 12 colleges at the University of Iowa, a premier public research university offering internationally recognized programs in disciplines ranging from otolaryngology to fiction writing, printmaking to space science, hydraulic engineering to dance. Iowa draws students from more than 100 countries and all 50 U.S. states.
The College of Engineering is driven by talented faculty, staff, and students who are producing knowledge to address grand challenges around advanced technologies, health sciences, sustainability, energy, and the environment. Our graduates are ethical, globally aware citizens whose work while at the University of Iowa and throughout their careers make the world safer and our use of resources more efficient. As a center of innovation and discovery, the people who make up the College of Engineering are undoubtedly improving quality of life for our Iowa community as well as for people across the United States and around the world. Beyond playing an integral role in the college’s mission, College of Engineering employees are encouraged to have a healthy work-life balance.
Education Requirement
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, plus a background in multiple technical trades including fabrication, mechanics, hydraulics, electronics, and construction.
Required Qualifications
- A Minimum of 6 months of engineering experience.
- 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.
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
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.
