Field Instrument Engineer — Environmental Tech

University of Colorado System; Allenspark (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation funds available

Hybrid work after training

Mentorship program

CU Boulder training curriculum

Transit benefits

Job summary

CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder seeks an instrument developer to support NOAA GML programs (TTEA) including shipborne pCO₂ sensors, MACH aboard aircraft, NGAS-LA payloads, and HORUS balloon systems. The role shapes ongoing deployments and requires in-person work with potential remote/hybrid options after an initial training period.

The position offers relocation support, a defined annual salary range, and a pathway to hybrid work after training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marine/ocean technology, environmental technology, or a related field.
• Experience with Python and C programming.
• Experience with electronics design and lab testing.
• Ability to travel ~25% for field deployments.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, test, document, maintain and repair atmospheric sensors and sampling equipment.
• Provide input to collaborating scientists on engineering solutions for measurement needs.
• Deploy measurement systems to the field and provide ongoing technical support.
• Guide transition of new atmospheric observing technologies toward operational use.
• Perform other relevant duties as necessary.

Skills

Python

C

Electronics design

Lab testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marine/ocean technology or environmental science

Master’s degree (preferred) in marine science or environmental engineering

Tools

Arduino

Teensy

Raspberry Pi

Job description

CIRES at the University of Colorado Boulder seeks an instrument developer to support NOAA GML programs (TTEA) including shipborne pCO₂ sensors, MACH aboard aircraft, NGAS-LA payloads, and HORUS balloon systems. The role shapes ongoing deployments and requires in-person work with potential remote/hybrid options after an initial training period.

The position offers relocation support, a defined annual salary range, and a pathway to hybrid work after training.