Research Engineer I - Institute of Energy Studies

Position Information:

Description

The vision of the University of North Dakota Institute of Energy Studies (IES) is to pursue new frontiers in energy research and education that enables the development of the next generation of integrated energy system technologies that are economically competitive, reliable, sustainable, and politically and environmentally acceptable.

To realize this vision, the Institute for Energy Studies has established the following mission:

• Facilitate the coordination of CEM's multidisciplinary energy education, research, development, and commercialization activities in partnership with UND campus units, other NDUS campuses, and federal, state, and industrial partners.
• Provide a well-trained workforce cognizant of the issues facing the energy industry today and in the future generations by engaging students in education that is focused on the technical, social, political, environmental, and economic needs of the worldwide community.
• Develop a multi-disciplinary scientifically balanced research portfolio aimed at accelerating the implementation of efficient and environmentally sustainable energy production technologies.

As a research department within the College of Engineering and Mines (CEM), IES strives to develop technologies of the future that can impact and transform the energy field, as well as, educate the next generation of Engineers with the necessary tools to contribute towards the global energy transition through mentorship by senior staff and faculty within the Institute and the College of Engineering and Mines at large. This is reflected through our growing success with research in the areas of advanced energy systems including chemical looping and gasification for hydrogen production, critical minerals, battery development, and carbon dioxide removal. These research opportunities are supported by advancement opportunities and the outstanding benefits package of the University of North Dakota that includes full tuition waivers to staff and reduced tuition waivers to family members, amongst others. Come join us for an opportunity to make a mark in the exciting field of Energy.

The Research Engineer I position exists so that the IES can hire and train an entry-level engineer or scientist with the ability to perform basic research activities including applying engineering/science knowledge in developing test protocols/procedures for research projects, operate laboratory equipment, reduce and interpret data and develop standard operating procedures for laboratory equipment.

Three positions are available.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks here!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Apply engineering/science skills and knowledge to complete assigned tasks
• Design and develop experimental procedures to accomplish the objectives of assigned projects
• Operate laboratory, pilot, and field equipment
• Analyze research data to develop graphs, reports, and technical presentations
• Participate in design meetings for developing experimental procedures, equipment, and data collection
• Coordinate with supervisors and project sponsors to disseminate data and results
• Other research duties

Required Competencies

• Interest in hands-on research work including fabrication and equipment operation
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal skills and comfortable working within a team
• Good writing/communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite specifically Excel and Word

Minimum Requirements

• B.S. in an engineering discipline, chemistry, or closely related field
• Experience with laboratory/bench-scale equipment operation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software - Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel
• Successful completion of Criminal History Records Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with conducting laboratory experiments and reporting results
• Experience with collecting and reducing data for reports or presentation
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and/or fabrication tools including lathe, drill press, welder
• Experience relevant to IES research portfolio:
• Materials development and characterization
• Traditional energy generation
• Renewables
• Advanced energy generations
• Carbon capture and utilization
• Hydrogen
• Rare earth elements and critical minerals
• Battery technologies/energy storage

Minimum Hiring Salary/Position Classification

$65,000+ / year; exempt; benefited; full-time

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm

To Apply

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:59PM on the closing date.

Additional Information

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Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran's status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran's Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 showing character of service or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement

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