1. Plans, conceives, designs and implements highly specialized state of the art instrumentation equipment and apparatus for a multi-faceted research project. 2. Develops and implements research applications to fabricate electronic materials, devices and processing equipment. 3. Manages research groups for the efficient flow of research projects. 4. Defines the direction of research and equipment design. 5. Manages research, research support design and projects associated with the project. 6. Supervises contractors and technical staff. Assigns design projects to technical staff. 7. Negotiates project designs and cost with prospective contractors. Prepares project designs and determines cost estimates. Develops material specifications and purchases. 8. Consults and advises on research technical designs. 9. Interacts with internal contacts to discuss and consult on research projects. 10. Designs research processes, implements and projects cost estimates. 11. In close cooperation with engineering administration, develops sound business procedures for accurate billing. Maintains source documentation for cost accounting purposes. 12. Interacts with vendors, suppliers, manufacturing companies, and other research institutions to develop and design specialized equipment and instruments. 13. Exchanges technical information. Stays abreast of new research technologies and developments. 14. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of rapid prototyping, classical machining, and electronics instrumentation development. Proficiency in the operation of tools in at least one of these core areas is essential. Practical experience with hands-on tool operation in rapid prototyping, machining, or electronics fabrication.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Safety & Compliance: Strong understanding of safety and health regulations concerning equipment operation, hazardous materials, and disposal. Experience in training others in the safe use of chemicals and gases related to prototyping and machining.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Communication Skills:Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with users, faculty, administration, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Facilities Development:Knowledge of evolving technologies and the ability to define necessary tools and facility improvements to meet the dynamic needs of researchers.

Preferred Education:  

Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant field.

Experience in an industrial or academic fabrication environment, preferably with a focus on instrumentation development.

Familiarity with advanced manufacturing techniques and emerging technologies in instrumentation.

Leadership experience in managing large-scale research or development facilities.