University of California, Los Angeles
Associate Development Engineer
University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Full Time Institution Type:
Four-Year Institution Department Summary
The Department of Physics and Astronomy consists of faculty, undergrads and graduate students, academic researchers, scientists, staff and postdocs. Our department is located in Knudsen Hall, the Physics & Astronomy Buildings, the Planetarium (located in the Math Sciences Building), the Science and Technology Research Building (STRB) and a portion of Kaplan Hall (Division Mechanical Shop) totaling approximately 155,000+ square feet and an asset total of $11M. Position Summary
The Department of Physics & Astronomy is in search of a Research & Development Engineer 3 to support our Basic Plasma Science Facility (BAPSF) and Large Plasma Device Lab (LAPD) housed in the Science & Technology Research Building (STRB). This is a full-time position eligible for full benefits. The incumbent will collaborate with faculty, staff and students as well as other business partners across UCLA. Please visit our website to learn more. Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications
2 Years experience using Design software in mechanical design. (Required) 2 Years experience in welding and soldering equipment. (Required) 5 Years experience designing mechanical systems and structures. (Required) 5-10 Years experience working in a scientific lab environment. (Required) Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, mathematics and computer aided design software. (Required) Ability to generate AutoCAD and Solidworks engineering drawings and schematics. (Required) Ability to conceptualize ideas or needs and produce design or drawings or schematics. (Required) Skill in project management to track components from design state, through fabrication, assembly and testing. (Required) Demonstrated skill in using an oxygen-acetylene torch for soft solder and silver soldering. (Required) Skill in using heavy CNC machine tools, like lathes, mills, etc. (Required) Skill in operating and supervising the operation of heavy equipment (overhead crane and forklift) (Required) Skill in using machine shop hand tools and power tools. (Required) Inter-personal skills sufficient to interact cooperatively and effectively with faculty, staff, students, external collaborators and commercial vendors. (Required) Demonstrated ability and skill to work independently and as a member of a team, prioritizing assignments and carrying out specific tasks directed toward the achievement of the general goals of the project and faculty. (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelor's Degree in Science, Mathematics, Engineering or related field and/or equivalent experience / training. (Required) Special Conditions for Employment
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Minimal travel to local vendors: 5% Schedule
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description
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Working at University of California, Los Angeles UCLA is a public research university located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 1919 and is the second oldest of the ten campuses affiliated with the University of California system. UCLA offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines and enrolls about 26,000 undergraduate and about 12,000 graduate students from the United States and around the world every year. UCLA features the College of Letters and Science, seven general campus professional schools, and four professional schools for the health sciences. The UCLA College of Letters and Science has 34 academic departments and 900 faculty, and houses the majority of UCLA's 129 undergraduate majors as well as the students in the Graduate Division of Letters and Sciences. The UCLA College Honors Program is also housed in the College. The College of Letters and Science's programs are divided into five academic divisions: humanities, social sciences, life sciences, physical sciences, and the International Institute. UCLA also offers certificate programs, undergraduate degree-credit and continuing education credits for non-full-time students through its UCLA Extension education program. The 2010 edition of U.S. News & World Report ranked UCLA as the 24th best university in the nation and 32nd best in the world. In the 2007 edition of U.S. News and World Report , UCLA Medical Center was ranked best in the West, as well as one of the top 3 hospitals in the United States alongside Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. In 15 of the 16 medical specialty areas examined, UCLA Medical Center ranked in the top 20. The campus' location in Los Angeles makes excursions to local museums, theaters, or other entertainment venues relatively quick and easy. Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.
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Full Time Institution Type:
Four-Year Institution Department Summary
The Department of Physics and Astronomy consists of faculty, undergrads and graduate students, academic researchers, scientists, staff and postdocs. Our department is located in Knudsen Hall, the Physics & Astronomy Buildings, the Planetarium (located in the Math Sciences Building), the Science and Technology Research Building (STRB) and a portion of Kaplan Hall (Division Mechanical Shop) totaling approximately 155,000+ square feet and an asset total of $11M. Position Summary
The Department of Physics & Astronomy is in search of a Research & Development Engineer 3 to support our Basic Plasma Science Facility (BAPSF) and Large Plasma Device Lab (LAPD) housed in the Science & Technology Research Building (STRB). This is a full-time position eligible for full benefits. The incumbent will collaborate with faculty, staff and students as well as other business partners across UCLA. Please visit our website to learn more. Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications
2 Years experience using Design software in mechanical design. (Required) 2 Years experience in welding and soldering equipment. (Required) 5 Years experience designing mechanical systems and structures. (Required) 5-10 Years experience working in a scientific lab environment. (Required) Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, mathematics and computer aided design software. (Required) Ability to generate AutoCAD and Solidworks engineering drawings and schematics. (Required) Ability to conceptualize ideas or needs and produce design or drawings or schematics. (Required) Skill in project management to track components from design state, through fabrication, assembly and testing. (Required) Demonstrated skill in using an oxygen-acetylene torch for soft solder and silver soldering. (Required) Skill in using heavy CNC machine tools, like lathes, mills, etc. (Required) Skill in operating and supervising the operation of heavy equipment (overhead crane and forklift) (Required) Skill in using machine shop hand tools and power tools. (Required) Inter-personal skills sufficient to interact cooperatively and effectively with faculty, staff, students, external collaborators and commercial vendors. (Required) Demonstrated ability and skill to work independently and as a member of a team, prioritizing assignments and carrying out specific tasks directed toward the achievement of the general goals of the project and faculty. (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelor's Degree in Science, Mathematics, Engineering or related field and/or equivalent experience / training. (Required) Special Conditions for Employment
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Minimal travel to local vendors: 5% Schedule
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description
here Organization
Working at University of California, Los Angeles UCLA is a public research university located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 1919 and is the second oldest of the ten campuses affiliated with the University of California system. UCLA offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines and enrolls about 26,000 undergraduate and about 12,000 graduate students from the United States and around the world every year. UCLA features the College of Letters and Science, seven general campus professional schools, and four professional schools for the health sciences. The UCLA College of Letters and Science has 34 academic departments and 900 faculty, and houses the majority of UCLA's 129 undergraduate majors as well as the students in the Graduate Division of Letters and Sciences. The UCLA College Honors Program is also housed in the College. The College of Letters and Science's programs are divided into five academic divisions: humanities, social sciences, life sciences, physical sciences, and the International Institute. UCLA also offers certificate programs, undergraduate degree-credit and continuing education credits for non-full-time students through its UCLA Extension education program. The 2010 edition of U.S. News & World Report ranked UCLA as the 24th best university in the nation and 32nd best in the world. In the 2007 edition of U.S. News and World Report , UCLA Medical Center was ranked best in the West, as well as one of the top 3 hospitals in the United States alongside Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. In 15 of the 16 medical specialty areas examined, UCLA Medical Center ranked in the top 20. The campus' location in Los Angeles makes excursions to local museums, theaters, or other entertainment venues relatively quick and easy. Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.
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