Senior Laboratory Engineer (CAES Staff Engineer)

Position Details Recruitment/Posting Title: Senior Laboratory Engineer (CAES Staff Engineer) Job Category: Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department: Advanced Energy Systems Center Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Laboratory Engineer (CAES Staff Engineer) for the Center for Advanced Energy Systems. CAES currently operates as the Field Managers for the Department of Energy Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC) Program. The Field Manager works directly with the ITAC Program Manager at DOE while focusing on program quality assurance. As the Field Manager, CAES supervises all the institute of higher education (IHE) centers in the program and serves as a liaison between the ITACs and DOE. The program provides no-cost energy assessments to small and medium sized manufacturing plants in the US and has been operating for over 30 years. The Staff Engineer is an integral member of CAES. The Staff Engineer reports to the Center Director and plays a critical role to the internal functions of the office but is also outward facing through direct contact with ITAC Directors and Faculty. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Manages a variety of projects and opportunities to support CAES initiatives. Directs all student innovations currently conducted by the center. Develops integration activities and aid in center training. Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Requirements Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor degree in mechanical engineering, Energy Systems Engineering; or an equivalent experience and two years of experience. Required Certifications/Licenses: A valid driver's license would be required for this position. Special Conditions: Safe Driving Record. Benefits Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Posting Details Posting Number: 26ST1059 Posting Open Date: 05/15/2026 Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus: Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City: Piscataway State: NJ Pre‑employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: #J-18808-Ljbffr Rutgers University