Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer, Texas Institute for Electronics

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision, Dental, Life, Disability

Paid vacation & holidays

Retirement plan with employer matching

Tax sheltered and deferred retirement

Flexible spending accounts

Training & conferences

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Free access to UT libraries/museums

Free UT Shuttle & CapMetro

Job summary

Texas Institute for Electronics in Austin, TX seeks a Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer to lead design, fabrication, assembly and testing of complex equipment systems in a fast-paced research environment. You will manage research projects, define goals, supervise a team, and coordinate procurement while tracking costs and inventory.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field and has 2+ years in nanofabrication or precision systems, with strong

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, precision systems engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
• Two years’ experience in nanofabrication, precision machine design, mechatronics, systems and controls, instrumentation, roll‑to‑roll systems development.
• Goal‑oriented and ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manages research projects, including defining and tracking project goals and milestones and supervising the work of research team members.
• Designs, fabricates, assembles and tests equipment systems.
• researches and coordinates the procurement of various equipment and sub‑systems.
• Compiles reports on costs and inventory levels.

Skills

Goal-oriented

Prioritization & multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Dynamic and fast-paced environment

Education

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer, Texas Institute for Electronics

Location: Austin, TX

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 hours

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Hiring Department: Texas Institute for Electronics

Position Open To: All Applicants

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

Responsibilities

• Manages research projects, including defining and tracking project goals and milestones and supervising the work of research team members.
• Designs, fabricates, assembles and tests equipment systems.
• Researches and coordinates the procurement of various equipment and sub‑systems.
• Compiles reports on costs and inventory levels.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, precision systems engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
• Two years’ experience in nanofabrication, precision machine design, mechatronics, systems and controls, instrumentation, roll‑to‑roll systems development.
• Goal‑oriented and ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, precision systems engineering, or other relevant disciplines.
• Experience working in a research or start‑up environment.

Salary Range

TIE pays industry‑competitive salaries.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed on‑site in a scientific research environment, with dynamic work conditions and frequent interruptions.
• Work outside standard office hours could be required on an occasional basis during peak periods and special events.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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.