Engineer II - Geodesy Instrumentation
Company: EarthScope Consortium
Location: Socorro
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
"Come join EarthScope as our newest geophysical instrumentation
engineer! In this role, you'll work in our state-of-the-art New
Mexico instrumentation facility on GPS/GNSS receiver and antenna
testing, telemetry, and permanent station infrastructure. You'll be
supporting the Network of the Americas and other projects to
provide the equipment support necessary to deliver high quality
geodetic data to the research community. We're looking for a hard
working, detail oriented, innovative team member. Apply with us
today!"* This position is on-site at our EPIC facility in Socorro,
New Mexico** This posting will be taken down once we have received
the first 100 qualified applications.*** EarthScope Consortium Inc.
is not able to sponsor applicants for work authorization within the
United States.Job Title: Engineer II - Geodesy
InstrumentationDepartment: Instrumentation - Sensor Test and
EvaluationReports to: Sensor Test and Evaluation subunit
LeadEmployment Status: Full-TimeFLSA Status: ExemptRemote Eligible:
No, On-site, Socorro, New MexicoTravel Requirements: Up to
30%Salary Range: $74,400 - $92,900/year (depending on
experience)Position SummaryThe Engineer II (EII) manages and
implements multiple field projects of varying complexity to provide
technical support for geophysical instruments and networks. The
incumbent will arrange logistics and participate in field
operations at sites throughout the United States, polar latitudes,
and other international locations. This position builds on
instrumentation knowledge gained in previous engineering levels and
works with members from their own team and other staff engineers
from other projects and departments within the organization. Under
supervision of the Engineering Manager, the incumbent will identify
and propose new geophysical related technologies and assist with
training of other staff and the user community. The EII will
contribute to reporting and project documentation and ensure all
work conforms to best practices and organizational standards.
Engineers are ambassadors who represent these principles to
scientists, landowners, sponsors, and other community members. The
EII will report to the Engineering Manager or be tasked by a
higher-level engineer within designated project and functional
areas.Details of ResponsibilitiesGeneral Essential Job Duties:
Implement individual geophysical projects and assists with the
execution of multiple projects of limited complexity, which may
include logistics, site reconnaissance, site selection, permitting,
installation activities, maintenance, network configuration,
instrument operation, station communications and/or data flow
activities as part of a portfolio of geophysical technologies.
Identify and solve standard technical issues related to geophysical
sensor hardware, firmware, software, metadata creation and
management, and data communications and receive guidance on complex
problems. Seeks direction when necessary. Assist with the design
and testing of new systems. Under supervision of the Engineering
Manager, evaluates instrument design and data/metadata to determine
the adequacy of deployed and next generation systems. Assists with
specifying station configurations and data/metadata collection
strategies. Ensure appropriate documentation of activities and
metadata using established tools, protocols, and databases as
maintained by the organization. Draft detailed technical reports
for review by the Engineering Manager. Assist with the development
of technical documentation formats and feedback for projects. As
directed by an Engineering Manager, may have variable budgeting
responsibilities, including developing cost estimates that impact
individual projects, providing summaries of progress onstatements
of work, and tracking and submitting project expenditures.
Participates with other departments within EarthScope on
collaborative projects/opportunities. Develop and maintain good
relationships with community members, suppliers, landowners, and
business partners within areas of expertise and project
assignments. Other duties may be assigned as necessary for the
successful operation of EarthScope.Leadership and Supervisory
Responsibilities: This position does not have supervisory
responsibility. Foster a professional culture through the use of
strong interpersonal skills, verbal and written communications with
an emphasis on team building. Work with engineering and project
teams. Act as lead engineer and point of contact if they are the
ranking engineer in the field. Communicate clearly and effectively
with other team members to ensure tasks are completed on time and
with best practices.QualificationsMinimum Education & Experience
Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional
experience in engineering, geosciences, or related field with three
(3) years of experience with geophysical sensors or networksOR
Master's degree or equivalent professional experience in
engineering, geosciences, or related field and one (1) year of
field experience with geophysical sensors or networksPreferred
Skills: Familiarity with data quality analysis
software.Assignment-specific Position SummaryPositions in
Instrumentation Services will include job specific addenda that
specify and clarify Functional, Programmatic, and any Additional
responsibilities that are pertinent to the position. This is in
addition to the general Position Description requirements
associated with the job title.Assignment-specific Essential
Duties:Functional responsibilities:--- Reports to and is supervised
by the Engineering Department, Sensor Test and Evaluation subunit
Lead.Programmatic responsibilities:--- Support bench testing of
Geodetic instrumentation and validation of new and repair
instrumentation.--- Requires following established SOPs and
protocols and maintenance of a rooftop antenna farm.--- Works with
other sensor test and evaluation group geophysical instrumentation
projects as necessary.--- Programmatic responsibilities are
coordinated through Portable sensor group lead.Assignment-specific
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:To perform this job successfully, an
individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of
the knowledge, skill, and/or ability for the position above and
beyond the knowledge, skills & abilities listed in the position
description:--- experience with fielding and repairing geophysical
instrumentation.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability for the
position: Technical knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices,
and procedures for geophysical sensors. Proficiency in the
operation of hand and power tools (i.e., cordless drill, chop saw,
grinder, etc.). Ability to take initiative to learn assigned
technical/engineering skills within established time frames.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently
to accomplish project goals. Ability to ensure personal
accountability for the successful completion of projects. Ability
to communicate effectively in speaking and writing as appropriate
for the needs of the audience. Ability to apply logic and reasoning
to solve moderately complex problems and make applicable decisions.
Ability to understand moderately complex problems and to
collaborate and explore alternative solutions. Ability to organize
and prioritize work schedules for self and others. Ability to
compute, analyze, and interpret data. Ability to make decisions
which have modest impact on the job function and limited impact on
the organization in general. Ability to lead and engage in safety
training under challenging field conditions.Other Requirements:
Appropriate availability consistent with EarthScope established
practices and norms; hours may exceed 40 hours per week,
particularly when traveling. If the employee is engaged in field
operations, they are required to maintain appropriate safety
training, including wilderness, avalanche, helicopter, first-aid,
etc. A valid driver's license is required. Must be able to comply
with the EarthScope Consortium's Motor Vehicle Policy. Frequent
travel by commercial or contracted means including fixed and rotor
winged aircraft, motor vehicle, boat, etc. A valid passport is
required for polar and international projects. If deploying to
polar environments, must be able to meet the Physical Qualification
Determination for Arctic and Antarctic deployments
(PESJ-POL_2000.09a).EnvironmentPhysical Setting and
Requirements:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Continually
required to stand. Continually required to walk. Continually
required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. Continually required
to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. Continually
required to talk or hear. Continually work near moving mechanical
parts. Frequently required to sit. Frequently work in high,
precarious places. Field work conditions may involve high
elevation, extreme cold, extreme heat, humidity, noise, hazards,
and vibration. Frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds over
uneven terrain and long distances (up to 3 miles). Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust
focus. Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Domestic
and international travel in remote or extreme environments by
off-road vehicle, helicopter, fixed wing, or other specialty
vehicles.EarthScope Consortium operates the U.S. National Science
Foundation's GAGE and SAGE Facilities, and cooperates with member
universities, federal agencies, and many international partners. As
representatives of the academic world, and stewards of taxpayer
dollars, it is important that all of us take these responsibilities
seriously and represent the Consortium with the highest of
professional and ethical conduct. In turn, know that EarthScope
places a high value on employees; and works diligently to protect
your interests and provide competitive and appealing benefits to
you and your families.To Apply: Applicants may apply by going to
the EarthScope Consortium Career Center:
https://www.earthscope.org/careers/Applicants MUST be authorized to
work permanently in the United States. EarthScope Consortium
participates in E-Verify.EarthScope Consortium is not able to
sponsor applicants for work authorization within the United
States.EarthScope Consortium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a
protected veteran.Reasonable accommodation may be requested to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Compensation details: 74400-92900 Yearly
SalaryPI0c2d833661d7-25660-33897825
Keywords: EarthScope Consortium, Albuquerque , Engineer II - Geodesy Instrumentation, Engineering , Socorro, New Mexico
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