Oceanographic Instrumentation Engineer - 141140

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Vacation/Holidays

Life Insurance

UC Retirement Plan

Job summary

Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is seeking an Oceanographic Instrumentation Engineer to support calibration, maintenance and deployment of specialized oceanographic instruments aboard research vessels and shore facilities.

You will work within a multidisciplinary engineering team, maintaining calibration schedules, testing sensors and assisting expedition preparation for cruises, with opportunities to contribute to data collection efforts and technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electronic or mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Experience operating at sea on oceanographic research vessels.
• Experience with oceanographic instrumentation systems and safety considerations.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment for maintenance and calibration.
• Understanding of ocean data collection theories and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, deployment and operational support for portable and shipboard oceanographic instrumentation.
• Support calibration laboratory operations, sensor inventories and calibration schedules; perform calibrations and routine maintenance of sensors.
• Configure, test, pack, ship, load and install scientific equipment for research cruises; assist expedition preparation.
• Provide technical support to research vessels ashore and at sea; support data collection and instrument reliability.

Skills

Engineering principles

Ocean instrumentation

Shipboard experience

Electronic test equipment

Data collection theory

Safety awareness

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electronics or mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD packages

Data analysis software

Job description

Reassignment Applicants

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID U.S. PASSPORT AND ABILITY TO WORK AT SEA UP TO 3 MONTHS AT A TIME.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is one of the most important centers for global earth science research and education in the world. Scripps scientists work to understand and protect the planet by investigating our oceans, Earth, and atmosphere to find solutions to our greatest environmental challenges. Scripps leads research in climate change impacts and adaptation, resilience to hazards, conservation and biodiversity, oceans and human health, national security, and innovative technology to observe the planet. The Oceanographic Instrumentation Engineer uses professional engineering concepts to perform moderately complex engineering assignments. Works in a specialized engineering field on a major training and / or research effort. Works on assignments of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Oceanographic Instrumentation Engineer provides technical support in the calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, deployment, and operational support of specialized portable and shipboard oceanographic instrumentation systems. Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, this position supports oceanographic research programs both ashore and at sea, ensuring the reliability and performance of scientific equipment used in oceanographic data collection. While shore-based, the position is primarily responsible for supporting calibration laboratory operations, including maintaining sensor inventories and calibration schedules, performing calibrations and routine maintenance of CTD, pressure, temperature, and meteorological sensors, and troubleshooting a wide range of oceanographic instrumentation. The role also supports expedition preparation activities by configuring, testing, packing, shipping, loading, and installing scientific equipment and spare components for research cruises. Additionally, the position provides technical and electronic support to research vessels both in port and remotely while at sea.

While at sea, the position supports oceanographic instrumentation deployment and recovery operations, stands operational watches, and conducts scientific data collection.

Our employees enjoy competitive compensation packages and educational opportunities in a diverse, stimulating workforce. This position is also eligible for full:

• 1) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 2) Vacation/Holidays
• 3) Life Insurance
• 4) UC Retirement Plan.

You are encouraged to review additional information about our organization at the following: https://scripps.ucsd.edu/home

About Shipboard Technical Support: https://scripps.ucsd.edu/ships/shipboard-technical-support

Benefits: http://blink.ucsd.edu/HR/benefits/work-life/health.html

NOTE: Salary placement is determined by the top candidate's overall qualifications/relevant experience, market data and internal equity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in electronic or mechanical engineering or equivalent combination of related experience and education.
• Working knowledge of engineering principles and methods in order to independently perform professional engineering design work of limited scope and complexity.
• Experience working at sea on oceanographic research vessels or similar field work.
• Demonstrated experience working with oceanographic instrumentation systems used on research vessels, which includes safety aspects of operation.
• Proven knowledge and experience using electronic test equipment for maintaining, troubleshooting, and calibrating electronic equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ocean data collection theories and practices.
• Working knowledge of oceanographic sample collection and analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain detailed and accurate records including journal of laboratory and field work activity; ability to compose reports and prepare technical documents.
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner, to assist in identifying any challenges or barriers. Must be able to interact and work cooperatively with a wide variety of people, representing the institution and the university when participating in national and international research projects.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience and skill using soldering iron or wire-wrapping tools to assemble electronic circuits from circuit diagrams.
• Demonstrated proficiency using standard application software and computers, i.e. text editors, Microsoft Outlook Suite, databases, CAD packages, data analysis software, etc.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
• Must be willing and able to participate on research cruises of up to 3 months duration, for a total of up to 6 months annually without restrictions, holidays and weekends included.
• Must be able to travel globally without restriction.
• Must be physically fit to carry out duties without causing undue risk to self and others.
• Must possess a U.S. passport.
• Must possess or be able to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $154,200 - $306,600 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $73.85 - $146.84

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).