Electrical Engineering Lab Technician — Makerspace & Course Support

Fairfield University; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University’s Dean’s Office, School of Engineering and Computing, seeks an Electrical Engineering Laboratory Technician to prepare, maintain, and operate lab equipment and facilities at Fairfield - Benson Campus. You’ll support courses and research, ensuring safe, functional laboratories and Makerspaces for students and faculty.

The ideal candidate demonstrates hands-on skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to a safe learning environment, working closely with faculty, staff, and

Qualifications

• Required: Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with electrical and electronic laboratory equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits, measurement techniques, and laboratory practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience using common electronic test and measurement equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and vendors.
• Commitment to laboratory safety and careful handling of electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the physical space and equipment in laboratories and makerspaces.
• Maintain, test, calibrate, and repair laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, function generators, power supplies, electronic loads, data-acquisition systems, and related instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic circuits, equipment, wiring, and experimental setups.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment, maintenance, calibration, repairs, and laboratory activities.
• Ensure laboratories comply with university safety policies and applicable electrical and laboratory safety requirements.
• Identify and report safety hazards, damaged equipment, and unsafe laboratory conditions.
• Assist with procurement by obtaining quotations, researching technical specifications, and recommending equipment, components, and supplies.
• Maintain clean, organized, and accessible laboratory workspaces.
• Assist with the development, documentation, and improvement of laboratory experiments and procedures.
• Manage an organized stockroom.
• Maintain laboratory inventories of electronic components, tools, supplies, cables, and equipment.
• Monitor equipment condition and coordinate repairs, replacement, and preventative maintenance as needed.
• Support delivery of courses and curriculum requiring lab facilities, including set-up of laboratories and equipment for undergraduate and graduate courses, research, and senior design projects.
• Assist faculty and instructors with laboratory demonstrations, experiments, and troubleshooting.
• Assist students with the proper and safe use of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Assist faculty and research personnel with laboratory setup and technical support for research and other special projects.

Skills

Hands-on equipment

Electrical schematics

Lab safety

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital Multimeters

Function Generators

DAQ Systems

Job description

Fairfield University’s Dean’s Office, School of Engineering and Computing, seeks an Electrical Engineering Laboratory Technician to prepare, maintain, and operate lab equipment and facilities at Fairfield - Benson Campus. You’ll support courses and research, ensuring safe, functional laboratories and Makerspaces for students and faculty.

The ideal candidate demonstrates hands-on skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to a safe learning environment, working closely with faculty, staff, and