Lab Facilities Specialist

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day undergraduate laboratory operations for the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Advise the Department Chair and faculty on laboratory procedures and safety
• Train Teaching Assistants (TAs) and undergraduate students on the proper operation of lab equipment
• Formulate clear operating instructions for the safe use of experimental apparatus and components
• Enforce REHS safety training and maintain safe laboratory practices
• Manage parts and supplies inventory and maintain the security of capital equipment
• Conduct space surveys and equipment audit reports
• Coordinate departmental exhibits for laboratory tours, Rutgers Day, and Engineering Open House
• Work with university planners and estimators to define scopes of work and obtain quotes for lab improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related engineering field
• Two years of professional industry experience in electrical or electronic design functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive)
• Familiarity with modern hardware, electronic instruments, and instructional laboratory software
• Ability to lift heavy computer and electrical engineering equipment
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to three years of professional industry experience in electrical/electronic design
• Knowledge of RUMarketplace, Archibus, and RUSurplus Request System
• Experience with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic/state/network analyzers
• Familiarity with Tektronix and Keysight test software, LaTex, PyTorch, Python, and Matlab

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage and employee discount programs

About the Company

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state's preeminent public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in New Jersey, Rutgers is committed to fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment for all faculty and staff.