About the role#
The Electronics Shop at the University of Utah is looking for a student to assist with the fabrication, assembly, and testing of electronic hardware. You will work in a research environment, supporting the maintenance and repair of various instruments. This position is part-time, requiring 19 hours per week during the academic year with a flexible schedule.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the fabrication, assembly, inspection, and testing of electronic hardware.
- Help operate and maintain lab equipment like oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, and soldering stations.
- Troubleshoot electronic hardware, cables, and laboratory test setups.
- Support the repair of research instruments, including power, control, and cabling systems.
- Assist with circuit assembly, design support, and integration testing.
- Maintain parts inventory, track components, and manage work documentation.
- Improve shop processes and update written procedures.
- Communicate with researchers and other campus shops as needed.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current University of Utah student.
- Ability to work at least 19 hours per week.
- Interest or background in electrical engineering or electronics.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions closely.
- We prefer students in their senior year, master's program, or graduate studies.
- Practical experience with circuits, electronics, or instrumentation.
- Hands-on experience with soldering, multimeters, and oscilloscopes.
- Basic computer or programming skills in tools like Python or MATLAB are a plus.
- Experience maintaining or troubleshooting electromechanical equipment.
Location & details#
- Location: Salt Lake City, Utah (on-site).
- Pay rate: 17.00 to 19.00 per hour.
- Schedule: 19 hours per week, flexible throughout the academic year.
About University of Utah
The University of Utah is a public research institution based in Salt Lake City. Founded in 1850, it serves as the state flagship university. The campus houses the only academic medical center in Utah. It maintains a large staff of over 12,000 employees.
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