Senior Workforce Development Engineering Advisor, Texas Institute for Electronics

About the role

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth. Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing. With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we're at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin - named "America's Coolest City" by Expedia and "The Best Place to Live in the U.S." by U.S. News and World Report - the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city's innovative spirit. UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers , provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card For more details, please see Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Purpose The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is seeking a Senior Workforce Development Engineering Advisor to support the development and delivery of semiconductor workforce training programs. This role will report to TIE's Director of Workforce Development and will serve as a bridge between industry needs and academic training, ensuring that engineering lab courses, curriculum, and instructional materials align with evolving workforce demands. The ideal candidate will bring deep semiconductor industry experience, hands-on instructional expertise, and a passion for workforce development.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum & Instructional Design
• Design and develop hands-on engineering labs, course modules, and instructional materials for university, community college, and K-12 audiences.
• Work with faculty, instructional designers, and industry partners to ensure curriculum aligns with current semiconductor manufacturing and design practices.
• Develop and refine competency-based assessments to ensure training effectiveness.
• Support the creation of stackable credentials, certificates, and apprenticeship models for semiconductor career pathways.
• Guide students through hands-on semiconductor manufacturing and testing processes, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Develop and deliver technical workshops and training modules for university students, community college learners, and K-12 outreach programs.
• Program Implementation & Evaluation
• Contribute to grant proposals, workforce development initiatives, and reports for state and federal funding opportunities.
• Measure and evaluate program effectiveness, adjusting training content as needed.
• Support scaling efforts to expand semiconductor workforce training across Texas and beyond.
• Other related functions as assigned.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in semiconductor fabrication, process engineering, equipment maintenance, or a related area

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Additional Information

Job Posting Title: Senior Workforce Development Engineering Advisor, Texas Institute for Electronics ---- Hiring Department: Texas Institute for Electronics ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes

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