Mechatronics Test Engineer, 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 8.25% 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 Purpose The Mechatronics Test Engineer is needed for hands-on prototyping and testing of testbeds and subsystems for next generation semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabrication, assembly of mechatronic testbeds for novel semiconductor subsystems.
• Verification & Test of built subsystems and testbeds.
• Data collection and analysis for quality control.
• Requirements verification and testing.
• Creating and maintaining up-to-date models of the above equipment systems.
• Spec and Procurement of various equipment sub-systems.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Required Qualifications
• Mechatronics Test Engineer I:
• At least 4 years of prior work experience in electrical/mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, test and measurement, or other relevant disciplines
• Mechatronics Test Engineer II:
• At least 6 years of prior work experience in electrical/mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, test and measurement, or other relevant disciplines
• Mechatronics Test Engineer III:
• At least 8 years of prior work experience in electrical/mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, test and measurement, or other relevant disciplines
• For all levels:
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, or relevant disciplines
• Hands-on and well versed in using hand tools, assembly, bring-up and testing
• Experience writing and maintaining test scripts/programs and data analysis
• Troubleshooting and electro-mechanical system debugging experience
• Basic experience with PLC's (Beckhoff, Allen Bradley or similar)
• Basic CAD experience (CREO, SolidWorks or similar)
• Basic PCB design experience (Altium Designer or similar)
• Goal oriented and ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in teams
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in electrical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, or relevant disciplines
• More than 4 years of prior work experience in electrical/mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, test and measurement, or other relevant disc

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Additional Information

Job Posting Title: Mechatronics Test Engineer, Texas Institute for Electronics ---- Hiring Department: Texas Institute for Electronics ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer ---- Earliest Start Date: Ongoing ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: General Notes

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