Position Announcement
Mechanical Engineer(s)
U.S. Ice Drilling Program
Madison, Wisconsin
Application deadline: Open until filled
For more information and to apply, go to:
https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/512023/mechanical-engineer
The U.S. Ice Drilling Program (IDP) group, located at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, invites applications for two Mechanical Engineers. These full-time, permanent positions will be located in Madison, Wisconsin.
IDP supports ice drilling development and operations for the National Science Foundation (NSF). IDP is a small team, composed mostly of engineers that conceptualize, design, test, and ultimately operate drilling equipment in glacial environments in the polar regions and all over the world.
The successful candidate(s) will work closely with multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, and technicians to develop state-of-the art unique ice coring and drilling systems for use in the polar regions. The candidate will support the development of engineering requirements; system design; component procurement; part fabrication; and system assembly, test, and operational use. This includes defining and conducting trade studies and leading the development of mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, and thermal subsystems.
Responsibilities may include leading test programs; procedure development, definition, and development of unique test hardware; analysis of test data; and producing test reports. This position will also support the maintenance, problem resolution, and upgrade activities for legacy ice drilling systems and will maintain communications with internal and external partners.
Selected candidates will be required to periodically deploy to remote camps in the polar regions for one- to three-month periods to provide technical support and field operation of equipment.
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
Desired skills include, but are not limited to:
- Minimum of three years of experience in mechanical system design;
- Experience in the operation, analysis, and deployment of mechanical and electromechanical systems;
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) skill in using or the ability to quickly learn the use of SolidWorks;
- Experience with machine assembly, including troubleshooting and fabrication of fixtures or tooling;
- Skill in using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint);
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams;
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to make presentations to groups with various levels of expertise in the subject;
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; and
- Ability to work independently.
Application deadline: Open until filled
For more information and to apply, go to:
https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/512023/mechanical-engineer
For questions, contact:
Kristina Slawny
Email: kristina.slawny [at] wisc.edu