Instrumentation Engineer III

University of Wisconsin System

Full-time - Mid Level

Educational Services

About the position

The Instrumentation Engineer III position at the University of Wisconsin-Madison involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team on the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) experiment for the High-Luminosity Large Hadron Collider (HL-LHC). The role focuses on the conceptualization, design, optimization, construction, testing, and improvement of large-scale instrumentation systems, particularly in the development of firmware for advanced electronics systems based on field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). The successful candidate will lead firmware development for various trigger systems and collaborate closely with hardware and software developers to ensure system integrity and performance.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizes, designs, optimizes, constructs, tests, and improves unique, large-scale instrumentation systems used in scientific research.
• Provides innovative and strategic expertise in multiple disciplines, utilizing computer design applications for modeling and analysis.
• Acts as the main expert point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, identifying problems and providing solutions throughout project development.
• Leads research and development of new processes and techniques for advanced instrumentation systems in collaboration with scientists and research staff.
• Prepares and presents reports on design status and technical research to professional organizations and review boards.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on new instrumentation system specifications and designs, participating in grant and contract proposals.
• Provides training to staff and outside experts on developed systems and related technologies.

Requirements

• Experience with field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) and high-speed design principles.
• Proficiency in firmware development, particularly for multi-gigabit serial links and high-speed designs.
• Strong background in electronics and instrumentation systems used in scientific research.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Advanced Telecommunications Architecture (ATCA) systems.
• Familiarity with high-end Xilinx FPGAs and Samtec Firefly optics.
• Knowledge of calibration and testing procedures for large-scale instrumentation systems.

Benefits

• Open salary based on experience and qualifications.