Machinist/Instrument Maker
Machinist/Instrument Maker
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Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
August 17 2025If a date is not listed above review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
604G-YNCSNPS - Instrument Maker 3Business Title:
Machinist/Instrument MakerEmployee Type:
ClassifiedPosition Details:
Hiring and Referral Incentive:
To support Washington State Universitys efforts in attracting and retaining top talent this recruitment has been approved for both ahiring incentive payment of up to $2000.00and areferral incentivefor eligible WSU employees. These programs are designed to enhance recruitment success in a competitive job market. For full details on eligibility instructions and program guidelines please visit the Hiring Incentive page on the HRS website: Hiring Incentive - Human Resource Services Washington State University ().
The Opportunity:
The Machinist/Instrument Maker will support Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture (VCEA) Engineering Shop with complex design fabrication repair and maintenance of experimental apparatus and instruments for the research community in the College and University. You will be responsible for performing complex high precision work on projects which require a diverse set of skills including CAD/CAM computer work traditional and CNC machining various types of welding processes waterjet and an array of fabrication techniques with multiple materials. Due to the nature of the work this position you must have the ability to set priorities for multiple projects from multiple sources and multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy This position supports VCEA faculty that conduct world-class research tackling critical challenges in areas such as energy health the environment and infrastructure.
Additional Information:
This is a full time (100% FTE) permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.
Monthly Salary: $5666 to $6576 Range 53G Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidates current experience education skills and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical dental life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.
Required Qualifications:
Two years of experience as an Instrument Maker 2; OR equivalent education/experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in metal fabrication techniques and computer aided design (CAD) programs such as Master Cam SolidWorks or equivalent.
Must have or be able to obtain by time of hire a valid drivers license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of experience as an Instrument Maker 2 with emphasis on machiningCNCand conventional equipment with some background inCAD/CAMand solids modeling or equivalent education/experience.
Experience with welding processes including Tig Mig Arc oxy-acetylene brazing and soldering.
Use of plasma cutting torch.
Other processes such as sheet metal fabrication woodworking mechanical and electrical skills experience with plastics and composites and instrumentation such as strain gauges thermocouplers.
About Voiland College Shops (WSU-Pullman):
The Voiland College Shops work with faculty members graduate students and student clubs to fabricate the parts tools and machines needed for their research and competitions. Shop personnel are skilled at conceptualizing industrial design fabrication sculpting artistry and cost management which facilitate solutions many other providers cannot match. Innovative thinking and problem solving are encouraged making this position both challenging and engaging.
About WSU:
As one of the nations top public research institutions Washington State University (WSU) conducts research that improves the lives of people in Washington the United States and across the globe. When you make the choice to join WSU you are joining a community committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. You will join a team of faculty and staff dedicated to bringing the world the next generation of innovators leaders health care providers and citizens.
Area/College: Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture
Department Name: VCEA Engineering Shop
Location: Pullman WA 99164
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
External candidates upload all documents in the Application Document section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) before starting your Workday application please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates upload all documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 engages in law enforcement requires security clearance interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity has access to personal identifying and/or financial information unsupervised access to university buildings/property or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type:
Full timePosition Term:
12 MonthWashington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply including members of the military and veterans and persons with disabilities.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activities education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process contact Human Resource Services: (v) Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-; TDD Callers: 1- (f) or .
Notice of Non-Discrimination
In matters of admission employment housing or services or in the educational programs or activities it operates WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex race color national or ethnic origin physical disability mental disability sensory disability use of a trained service animal age religion creed genetic information marital status sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status honorably discharged veteran member of the military or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law regulation or government contract.
Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX ADA/Section 504 and implementing regulations) as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment can be made verbally or in writing to WSUs Compliance and Civil Rights the Department of Educations Office of Civil Rights or both.
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