R&D Electrical Engineer 1 - 132865 Scripps Institution of Oceanography

$63,800 - $111,600/Yr

Scripps Institution Of Oceanography - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Diego, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Research and Development Electrical Engineer position at UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography involves designing, fabricating, and maintaining electronic circuits for oceanographic instrumentation. The role supports the Acoustic Oceanography Group in conducting ocean acoustic tomography experiments, requiring both technical skills in engineering and the ability to work in challenging environments, including at sea.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, update, and assist in the design of complex electronic circuits in oceanographic instrumentation and support equipment.
• Test, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair oceanographic instruments using specialized equipment and procedures.
• Assist in the electromechanical fabrication, maintenance, and preparation of seagoing support equipment.
• Assist in seagoing logistics and operations at sea.
• Help to maintain the laboratory.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles and methods to perform entry-level professional engineering functions.
• Knowledge of the fundamental concepts of the field and commonly accepted mechanical and electrical design practices.
• Skill and experience in design, construction, testing, and maintenance of electrical circuits and PCBs.
• Ability to implement electronic and mechanical design, constructions, and wiring of new instrumentation.
• Experience soldering and populating electronic boards with electronic components.
• Ability to read, understand, and create electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, and manufacturers data.
• Analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with 3-D printing and design.
• Experience with Solidworks.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Retirement savings plan (401k).
• Professional development opportunities.