Electronics Co-op: PCB Design, CAD & Testing Lab

001 University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester seeks a co‑op electronics lab participant to gain hands-on experience across PCB assembly and testing, CAD drawings/PCB layout, and related cabling manufacturing. The role integrates with an academic program, allowing credit while you contribute to chassis machining and circuitry work.

The position emphasizes applying classroom concepts to real-world projects under mentor guidance, maintaining safety and professional standards, and presenting project outcomes as needed.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an academic program that allows academic credit for working required.
• Ability to participate in PCB assembly, testing, CAD drawings/PCB layout, cable or wiring harness manufacturing, PCB debug, and chassis machining.
• Knowledgeable in the design of circuit boards, circuit board assembly, wiring, and oscilloscope use preferred.

Responsibilities

• Applies theories learned to real-world, professional situations.
• Observes and performs a diverse array of tasks under guidance from mentors.
• Abides by policies, procedures, and work regulations set by supervisor.
• Performs all assignments in a professional and businesslike manner.
• Uses specialized instrumentation, equipment, software, and other technologies.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Periodically seeks feedback on job performance.
• Participates in seminars/workshops to develop professional and scientific skills.
• May prepare and deliver formal written reports or oral presentations.
• Attends and contributes to departmental/team meetings.

Skills

Circuit design

PCB assembly

Wiring

Oscilloscope use

Education

Enrollment in academic program with co‑op credit

Tools

CAD drawings/PCB layout

Job description

University of Rochester seeks a co‑op electronics lab participant to gain hands-on experience across PCB assembly and testing, CAD drawings/PCB layout, and related cabling manufacturing. The role integrates with an academic program, allowing credit while you contribute to chassis machining and circuitry work.

The position emphasizes applying classroom concepts to real-world projects under mentor guidance, maintaining safety and professional standards, and presenting project outcomes as needed.