Embedded Electronics and Robotics Engineering Associate

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's Applied Research Laboratories seeks an Embedded Electronics and Robotics Engineering Associate to design and implement embedded electronics and robotics systems for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL). This role involves hands-on hardware work, real-time signal processing, and field support on sonar, radio, and navigation projects.

You will document designs, collaborate across teams, and contribute to data collection and analysis while maintaining strict

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or related engineering field.
• Experience in designing digital and analog electronics hardware and developing software in embedded environments.
• Hands-on electronics experience including soldering and wiring, and using standard test equipment.
• Attention to detail, problem solving, and effective communication while handling confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded electronics hardware including schematics, board layout, fabrication, validation, and integration.
• “Design, develop, and test real-time signal processing algorithms on embedded hardware.”
• “Robotics electrical system design, testing, and troubleshooting.”
• Create documentation for hardware and software supporting ATL projects.
• Participate in data collection, management, and analysis; support field installations.

Skills

Embedded electronics

Microcontrollers

Real-time processing

Robotics systems

Soldering

Documentation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE

Electrical/computer engineering or related field

Tools

KiCad

SolidWorks

STM32CubeIDE

Code Composer Studio

Job description

Job Posting Title: Embedded Electronics and Robotics Engineering Associate

Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details: Purpose

Design and implementation of embedded electronics and robotics systems for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL)/

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded electronics hardware containing microcontrollers, A/D converters, power supplies, etc.; including schematics, board layout, fabrication, validation, system integration, and troubleshooting. This hardware will support sonar, radio, and navigation system projects
• Design, develop, and test real-time signal processing algorithms and system control logic on embedded hardware
• Robotics electrical system design, testing, and troubleshooting
• Create supporting documentation for hardware and software designed to support ATL projects
• Participate in data collection exercises, data management, and data analysis
• Support the installation and testing of equipment in field locations
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering or other related engineering or science field.
• Experience in designing digital and analog electronics hardware and developing software applications in an embedded environment.
• Hands‑on electronics experience such as soldering and wiring assembly and the use of common electrical test equipment.
• Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, and managing their time.
• This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgement, and good communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients.
• Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.
• US Citizen.
• Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in the development, implementation, and field testing of digital signal processing algorithms and embedded systems for sonar applications.
• Experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical hardware for the control and operation of compact battery‑operated systems using both analog and digital circuitry.
• Experience with robotics and electro‑mechanical system hardware including motors, actuators, and various sensors.
• Experience designing and coordinating the development of entire systems.
• Experience with embedded programmable logic and processors such as MSP430s, DSPs, FPGAs, Raspberry Pis, and NVIDIA Jetsons.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CAD tools and IDEs including SPICE, KiCad, PADS, SolidWorks, Visual Studio, STM32CubeIDE, and Code Composer Studio.
• Demonstrated knowledge in any of the following: C, C++, Assembly, Java, Linux, real time operating systems, version control systems, defect tracking systems, unit testing.
• Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: acoustics, signal processing, detection theory, pattern recognition and classification, image processing, radio communications.
• Prior work experience in professional or research‑oriented electrical hardware and software development.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range

$88,500-$120,000+/depending on qualifications

Work Conditions

Standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Possible weekend, evening and holiday work

Interstate/intrastate travel

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E‑Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E‑Verify is 854197. For more information about E‑Verify, please see the following: E‑Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under TitleIX and the JeanneClery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.