Research Scientist / Electric System Control Engineer

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Responsibilities

• Developing control methods for R&D systems and plasma reactors.
• Responsible for the advanced plasma lab system control programing, installation, modification, upgrade and maintenance to enable functions of experimental devices, instruments, and equipment.
• System/instrument interfacing and control using NI Labview, Matlab, C/C++ and other program language for data acquisition, vacuum, plasma, and measurement system control.
• Establishes programs and solutions for challenging plasma and surface diagnostics.
• Design circuits and lab hardware for advanced test automation.
• Run plasma and surface experiments, collect and analyze data, create experiment reports and present results.
• Assist in the mechanical and electrical assembly of prototype systems
• Interface with other engineers as well as supplier to have parts ordered, machined, assembled, tested
• Participate in brainstorming activity to conceptualize inventive solutions to plasma and surface challenges
• Participate in general laboratory support activities such as stocking of parts, repairing systems, troubleshooting, modification, and organizing lab

Typical Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Physic, Surface Science, Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in NI LabView and test stand (PXIe, DAQ), preferably Actor Framework. C++, Matlab, and other program experience is plus.
• Experience of different IO (USB, RS232, Ethernet, GPIB, etc) and PLC control.
• Experience in Lab equipment such as oscilloscope, signal and function generator, RF generator and amplifier, power and VI sensor, vacuum pump control, etc.
• Knowledge in vacuum systems such as dry pump, turbo pump, valve, pressure gauge/switch, flow control, is a plus but not required.
• Proven ability to work in team environment with verbal/informal instructions
• Electrical Engineering background and experienced is preferred

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in an office and lab setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift lab hardware, handling gas, air, water, and chemicals, RF/DC power and high voltage, and UV light sources. This position also requires standing in lab for extended periods and ladder climbing.

Education

Bachelor: Electrical Engineering, Bachelor: Materials Engineering, Bachelor: Measurement and control technology and instrument, Bachelor: Mechanical and electrical engineering and automation, Bachelor: Plasma Physics, Bachelor: System Engineering, Bachelor: Chemical Engineering

Diversity creates an innovative culture. TEL US is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Diversity creates an innovative culture. TEL US is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.