Research Lab Engineer

SFU group; Surrey; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid-work program for eligible roles

APSA benefits: health & dental plans

Job summary

Simon Fraser University is seeking a Manager, Research Laboratory to lead the technical execution, integration, and operational continuity of a multi-year NSERC-funded project focused on miniaturized gravimeters for green mining. The role includes designing and troubleshooting precision instrumentation, coordinating lab activities, and guiding students and researchers in safe practices.

The position is located primarily at the SFU Surrey campus, with potential work at Burnaby campus and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or related field with five years of instrumentation experience.
• Excellent knowledge of precision instrumentation design, electronics assembly, and system-level integration.
• Familiarity with CAD tools for circuit design, finite element analysis, reduced order models.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills (oral, written, presentation).
• Ability to work in the lab and the field, including lifting heavy objects.
• Ability to supervise and manage a multidisciplinary group.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical execution and integration of NSERC project focused on miniaturized gravimeters.
• Design, develop and troubleshoot complex research instrumentation and systems.
• Support other instrumentation and system integration efforts across the group.
• Manage lab activities and procurement processes, maintain infrastructure and equipment.
• Ensure safety protocols and regulations are followed and milestones progress is tracked.
• Guide students and researchers in safe and effective lab practices.

Skills

Precision instrumentation

Electronics assembly

System integration

CAD tools

Finite element analysis

Reduced order models

Documentation

Communication

Lab & field work

Team supervision

Heavy lifting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Engineering CAD tools

Job description

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

About the Role

The Manager, Research Laboratory is responsible for the technical execution, integration, and operational continuity of a multi-year NSERC-funded project focused on developing miniaturized gravimeters for green mining. The role is responsible for the design, development, and troubleshooting of complex research instrumentation and systems. In addition to gravimeter development, the Manager is responsible for supporting other instrumentation and system integration efforts across the research group. The role manages lab activities, supports the design and test of precision systems, coordinates the setup and operation of experimental hardware, and guides students and researchers in safe and effective lab practices. The role collaborates with academic and industrial partners, manages procurement processes, maintains lab infrastructure and equipment, and ensures compliance with safety protocols and regulations, and the timely progress of technical milestones.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or a related field and five years of related experience in instrumentation, mixed signal circuit design, system integration, or precision hardware development, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of precision instrumentation design, electronics assembly, and system-level integration.
• Familiarity with engineering CAD tools for circuit design, finite element analysis, reduced order models, etc.
• Strong organizational (documentation and planning) as well as interpersonal and communication (oral, written, and presentation) skills.
• Ability to work in the lab and the field, including the ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Ability to supervise and manage a multidisciplinary group.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
• Employer paid extended health & dental plans
• Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is 1 year from start date.

This position is located primarily at SFU Surrey campus and occasionally at SFU Burnaby campus and at field/partner locations. There is potential for renewal subject to availability of funds.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [e-mail].