Position Title
Engineering Technician III
Department
Electrical Engineering
Position Status
Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Job Summary
The Engineering Technician III will provide technical support to students in the teaching laboratories and Makerspaces within, or shared by, the Department of Electrical Engineering. Support the EE/CSE makerspace 50% of time and Support EE Labs 50% of time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- EE/CSE Makerspace:
- Assist students with their design projects (PCB design and milling, 3D modeling and printing, soldering, CNC mills, laser cutting).
- EE Labs:
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Trains students in effective use of technical instruments and associated components. (Power Supplies, DMM’s, Signal generators, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, components, microcontrollers, etc.).
- EE Labs:
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Trains students on PCB Mills, through-hole plating, masking PCB’s and 3D printing.
- EE Labs:
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Perform yearly inventory and maintain room, asset and equipment custodian information. Surplus equipment.
- EE/CSE Makerspace:
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Maintain 3D printers, soldering stations, CNC mills, PCB mills, and other electronic equipment.
- EE Labs:
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Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Experience with basic electronics and troubleshooting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience working with/on 3D printers, mills or laser cutting.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to train students on use of specific instruments and software including PCB mills, laser cutters, saws, through-hole platers, CNC mills, 3D printers and materials. Microsoft Office/365, PCB design software, Cad/Cam software
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.
This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email
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