Engineer Associate

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleEngineer AssociateRequisition NumberRE54333Working TitleDepartment Name8H040:Computer ScienceWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level45Salary Range$47,278-78,000/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsRequires occasional heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50lbs.ShiftMonday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and occasional weekends due to travel.Job SummaryComputer 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.

IEBCSkills / Knowledge / Abilities• 3D CAD modeling and fabrication required
• Microcontroller programming and electromechanical engineering preferred
• May require heavy liftingDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred 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 Apply05/14/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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