Job Description

The University of Prince Edward Island is looking for a candidate with experience in electronic systems that could include PCB design, PLC programming and electronics (soldering, reflow work, etc.) to work in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering as an Engineering Technologist. Reporting to the Manager of Operations, the successful candidate will work closely with students and researchers. The successful candidate will be involved in the installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of manufacturing, material-handling and testing equipment. The individual will provide advice and guidance to undergraduate and graduate students on design and testing of project builds and research projects. The individual would interact with students, academic staff and other technical and administrative staff on a daily basis.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support to Junior Design (first- and second-year students) on the design and construction of their design clinic projects
• Provide support to Senior Design (third- and fourth-year students) on the design, fabrication, and testing of their design clinic projects
• Provide support to researchers in the design and fabrication of research equipment
• Set up and support laboratory experiments for engineering courses
• Train and supervise students using lab equipment, computers, and facilities
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Maintain, repair and calibrate equipment
• Keep an up-to-date inventory of all equipment, materials, and supplies

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year community college diploma in a relevant engineering technology field (electronics, electrical, energy)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience in a laboratory environment
• Demonstrated creative, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask, coordinate projects and function professionally in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment
• Excellent computer skills

Application Instructions:Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, . Applications will not be accepted via email.Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.Note that this site is not compatible with some mobile browsers (e.g. iPad, iPhone). Upon successful submission of your application, you will receive an auto-reply to your email address advising your application has been received. If you do not receive an email, please check your spam folder and/or try submitting your application via a different web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, etc).

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