Senior Electronic Technician Job at Columbia University, Irvington, NJ

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  • Columbia University
  • Irvington, NJ

Job Description

  • Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union
  • Regular/Temporary: Regular
  • Hours Per Week: 35
  • Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000

Position Summary

Reporting to the Principal Investigator (PI) at the Nevis Laboratories , the Senior Electronics Technician supports our scientific staff of physicists and engineers developing electronics instrumentation for high-energy physics experiments. The incumbent will assemble, repair, and modify electronic equipment parts, components, and systems.

Located 20 miles north of Manhattan in Irvington, NY, Nevis Laboratories is Columbia University's primary center for the study of high-energy experimental particle and nuclear physics. Faculty members, postdoctoral research scientists, and graduate students, supported by an engineering and technical staff, prepare, design, and construct high-energy particle and nuclear experiments and equipment.

This position is grant-funded and contingent on continued funding.

Responsibilities

  • Interact with vendors for the procurement of electronic components.
  • Source and assist with the onboarding of new vendors.
  • Manage records of orders and delivery dates, ensuring alignment with deadlines.
  • Assemble, modify, and repair Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs); apply advanced soldering skills to ensure precise electronic component connections, including through-hole and surface-mount techniques; complete soldering, cable, and test fixture assembly.
  • Perform detailed soldering work, including reflow soldering and operation of related equipment.
  • Inspect solder joints and connections to ensure strong electrical conductivity and mechanical integrity, in accordance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Troubleshoot and repair soldering issues such as cold joints, bridges, and other defects to maintain optimal board functionality.
  • Maintain accurate records of parts lists.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • A combination of education and two years of minimum trade experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or trade certification.
  • Understanding of electronics shop operations and requirements.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills.

Other Requirements

  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Excellent soldering and technical skills. Specialized experience (SE)/requirement(s).
  • Ability to maintain high confidentiality and professionalism with a client focus.
  • Strong multi-tasking, prioritization, and organization skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Temporary work, Local area,

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