College Laboratory Services Specialist - Electrical and Computer Engineering Laboratory Service Specialist (AA26127)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota State University, Mankato is seeking a College Laboratory Services Specialist for the Electrical and Computer Engineering Laboratory. This on-campus role initiates, directs, and performs highly technical engineering tasks to support instructional and research activities within the ECE department.

The position emphasizes instrument operation, calibration to NIST standards, PCB manufacture, and data acquisition systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with electronic technology and instrumentation operation and calibration.
• Experience in circuit design and PCB manufacture.
• Experience handling hazardous materials and emergency response for industrial/electrical hazards.
• Data acquisition systems and networks development experience.
• Ability to install and maintain diverse software packages.
• Experience with electronics CAD software.
• Training in calibration standards with traceability to NIST.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, direct and perform highly technical engineering tasks to meet instructional and research needs.
• Provide support and expertise to other engineering programs within the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology.

Skills

Electronic tech

Instrument operation

PCB design

Calibration & standards

Data acquisition

CAD software

Education

4-year Electronic Technology program

Tools

Electrical CAD software

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

College Laboratory Services Specialist - Electrical and Computer Engineering Laboratory Service Specialist (AA26127)

Institution:

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Classification Title:

College Laboratory Srvc Spec

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$23.98 - $34.69

Job Description

This position exists to initiate, direct, and perform highly technical engineering tasks as required to meet the instructional and research needs of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Technology. In addition, to provide support and expertise to other engineering and technology programs within the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year experience working with electronic technology and/or electronic engineering with emphasis in instrument operation electronic troubleshooting and repair, maintenance and calibration. Education in Electronic Technology and/or Electronic Engineering or related field can substitute as follows – AAS-6 Months, BS – 12 Months, MS – 18 Months.
• Experience in electronic circuit design and associated software tools and in the manufacture of printed circuit boards.
• Experience in handling hazardous materials and emergency response procedures for industrial, electrical and chemical hazards.
• Computer software, hardware and networking background sufficient to develop and implement data acquisition systems and networks.
• Capability to install and maintain a wide variety of specialized software packages.
• Experience with electronic and mechanical CAD software packages.
• Training in and experience with standards and practices in instrument calibration including traceability to the NIST.

Preferred Qualification

• Completion of a 4-year program in Electronic Technology and/or Electrical/Electronic Engineering with formal training and experience in instrumentation operation, troubleshooting and repair, maintenance and calibration.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment

Other Requirements

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/.You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing [e-mail].

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Telework (Yes/No)

No - Based on the essential functions of this position, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position works Exclusively on Campus. A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location.

About

More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

Destination 2030, the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name—Minnesota State University, Mankato

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

04-27-2026

Open Date:

02-26-2026

Close Date:

05-12-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Lacie R Mitchell-Garza

Posting Contact Email:

[e-mail]