Research ScientistEngineer II-Mooring Technician (Temporary, multiple openings)

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

About this Opportunity

The GTMBA is a multi-national effort to provide high-quality moored buoy data in real-time for climate research and forecasting. This position supports the deployment and maintenance of deep-ocean moored buoys in the global tropics to

provide high-quality oceanographic and surface meteorological data for monitoring forecasting and understanding of the worlds climate.

Key Responsibilities

70% - Laboratory and land based mooring system instrument and engineering duties:

Assist in the set-up of complete deep-water mooring systems; testing evaluating and calibrating analog and digital interface(s) for oceanographic and meteorological instrumentation within the system and update as required.

Assist laboratory personnel in the fabrication assembly operation and/or maintenance of experimental equipment and instruments that include taking measurements recording observations compiling data and recognizing discrepancies in results.

Repair maintain and calibrate sensors and systems to insure data accuracy and precision.

Use update and maintain detailed sensor and cruise databases.

Procure construct fabricate and/or assemble instruments cables hardware tools and calibration equipment; determine materials requirements. Design assemble modify and troubleshoot electronics down to the component level.

Troubleshoot electronic circuit boards including soldering and de-soldering of all sizes of electronic components onto circuit boards.

Install and test fabricated equipment for proper operation; adjust and calibrate to appropriate standards; troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunction(s) to system board or component level using diagnostic software as needed; prepare written documentation.

Source parts supplies and materials for purchase requests obtain quotes from vendors and maintain an inventory of commonly used tools and supplies.

Interact in a collaborative manner with colleagues to accomplish tasks and improve efficiency.

Perform related duties as required.

30% - Sea-going mooring system instrument and engineering duties:

Participate in shipboard operations including planning rigging recovery and deployment of deep-water mooring systems.

Prepare oceanographic and meteorological instrumentation sensors and mooring systems for deployment and recovery at sea.

Follow operational requirements through detailed steps and processes in the field and in the laboratory.

Support inventory tracking packing and preparation of equipment for shipment to and from cruises.

Write and produce technical and logistical reports on procedures cruise operations inventory and shipping.

Operate shipboard deck machinery including the use of hydraulic and electric winches.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors degree in Physical Science Oceanography Meteorology Engineering Electronics or a related field
Two years of relevant experience.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$72000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$84000.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

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Temporary or Regular

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Required Experience:

Job DescriptionAbout this OpportunityThe GTMBA is a multi-national effort to provide high-quality moored buoy data in real-time for climate research and forecasting. This position supports the deployment and maintenance of deep-ocean moored buoys in the global tropics toprovide high-quality oceanogr...