Senior Technician

Technician III, Technician IV, or Senior Technician IAgency: Texas A&M EngineeringDepartment: Electrical EngineeringJob Location: College Station, TexasJob Description:Purpose: Primary responsibilities will include various aspects of maintenance and support for facilities, utility equipment, and nanofabrication processing equipment. This position will require the use of technical manuals, on-line resources, and OEM representatives to maintain the equipment operational with a minimum of downtime. Strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and cleanliness protocols in a cleanroom facility are mandatory.What We Need:We are actively recruiting for a Technician III, Technician IV, or Senior Technician I.Minimum qualifications for a Technician III:Bachelor's degree in a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum qualifications for a Technician IV:Bachelor's degree in a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience.Two years of related experience.Minimum qualifications for a Senior Technician I:Bachelor's degree in a related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience.Four years of related experience.The well-qualified Technician III candidate would possess a basic level the following:Hands-on experience with the maintenance and operation of a variety of nanofabrication tools, such as thin film deposition, photolithography, metrology, and reactive ion etching tools. The maintenance experience will involve troubleshooting a variety of hardware and software issues on this equipment. The ideal candidate will also have a working knowledge of the facilities associated with a Class 100 cleanroom, such as CDA, N2, air handlers, dirty air scrubbers, and fan filter units, to name a few.The ideal candidate will be able to perform routine troubleshooting and maintenance functions with minimal supervision after substantial on-the-job training and work in support of technicians or specialized maintenance contractors or OEMs on more complex equipment interventions. He/she will be able to work with other contractors, engineers, and quality control personnel regarding changes or improvements to the systems.The ideal candidate will demonstrate continuous personal pursuit to increasing job knowledge and proficiency with different systems; maintain a positive, professional, and customer-oriented attitude; be an excellent communicator; and work well with AggieFab full-time staff members and undergraduate student workers.The well-qualified Technician IV candidate would possess a moderate level of the experience above and the following:The ideal candidate will be able to perform routine troubleshooting and maintenance functions with no supervision after training and work in support of technicians or specialized maintenance contractors or OEMs on more complex equipment interventions.The well-qualified Senior Technician I candidate would possess an advanced level of the experience above and the following:The ideal candidate will be able to train and guide junior members of the team rapidly, conduct their work with organization and discipline, and make strategic decisions about the management of the AggieFab infrastructure.Work Location:Main Campus – College Station, TX.About Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECEN):The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University leads advanced research in several important national and global areas for the betterment of humanity. Areas of research include power and power electronics, information systems, computer architecture, analog and mixed signals circuits, biomedical imaging, and photonics and semiconductors, with ML/AI infused in several of these research areas. Situated conveniently in the hub of the Dallas–Austin–Houston technology triangle, the department collaborates closely with key players in healthcare, computing, telecommunications, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. It also benefits from its proximity to and engagement with the Army Futures Command and the facilities and test-beds available at the Texas A&M System's RELLIS Campus. With strong support from Texas' robust manufacturing sector and its economy, the department has numerous opportunities to engage in exciting interdisciplinary research partnerships that are shaping the future educational and research landscapes. These partnerships include collaborations and engagement with the Texas A&M Data Science Institute, the Global Cyber Research Institute, the Texas A&M Energy Institute, and the Smart Grid Center.Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expensesGenerous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.Helpful Applicant InformationRequired Materials for Application:Resume/CVThree work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.Letter of interestApplications received by Texas A&M Engineering must have all required job application data entered.Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.Compensation Philosophy:Recruit and retain a high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.Recognize and reward exceptional performance based on individual and team contributions to the growth and success of Texas A&M Engineering.Offer total rewards through flexible benefits, professional development, and work-life balance. Maintain an equitable and transparent process for compensation decisions.Support, reinforce, and align compensation decisions with budgetary and financial strategies to ensure growth and sustainability.Employment Eligibility VerificationIf hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.