Engineer Associate

Job Title
Engineer Associate

Requisition Number
RE54333

Working Title

Department Name
8H040:Computer Science

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
45

Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and occasional weekends due to travel.

Job Summary

Computer Science is currently seeking an Engineering Associate I for the Educe lab research team.
Responsibilities of this position will include materials characterization, design and fabrication
of mechanical systems, laboratory maintenance and support, technical documentation, and scientific community outreach and recruitment. This position will require familiarity with materials
characterization systems (e.g. XRF, EDS, Raman spectroscopy); proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and
fabrication; experience in microcontroller platforms and electromechanical engineering; technical
writing skills; organization and attention to detail; and excellent communication skills including
public speaking.

IEBC

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• 3D CAD modeling and fabrication required
• Microcontroller programming and electromechanical engineering preferred
• May require heavy lifting

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

• Materials characterization and analysis (e.g. XRF, EDS, Raman), especially for heritage
applications
• Scientific imaging (e.g. spectral photography, optical microscropy, X-ray CT), especially for
heritage applications
• Scientific laboratory equipment and safety procedures
• Design and fabrication of mechanical parts

Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 months of relevant experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply
05/14/2026

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