Test Engineer
University of South Carolina
Richland, South Carolina
Job Description
Posting Number
STA00407PO23
Job Family
Research
Job Function
Research Computing
USC Market Title
Research Test Engineer
Job Level
P3 - Professional
Internal Title
Test Engineer
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
College of Engineering and Computing
Department
CEC Electrical Engineering
State Pay Band
9
Approved Starting Salary
$100,000
Advertised Salary Range
$100,000 – $137,077 Salary commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
The standard work schedule the employee is expected to work is Monday -Friday; 37.50 hours per week.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position
Research Grant (RGP)
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other Professional
About UofSC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Diversity Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for FTE, Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Benefit Eligibility Type
Research Grant (RGP)
South Carolina Retirement
No
State Insurance Programs
Yes
Annual Leave
Yes
Sick Leave
Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Under general guidance of the Principal Investigator, the Test Engineer will become familiar with and understand the operational characteristics, operational limitations, and safety features of a power electronics hardware testbed (aka a microgrid) and all of the standard software, controls, and data acquisition systems that operate the testbed so as to be able to evaluate and advise the testing protocols requested by other researchers. The Test Engineer will review for safety and efficacy the test protocols proposed by researchers including graduate students, post-doctoral scholars, faculty, and occasionally undergraduate students; identify risk factors and suggest means to mitigate risk, including, for example, running simulations under specific conditions, setting appropriate limit parameters for safety protection systems, or defining the incremental increases in stresses that will be applied to the testbed; supervise a graduate student as the student executes test procedures or conduct tests on behalf of a student when the student has defined a safe and proper test and it is more efficacious or prudent for the Test Engineer to perform the test on behalf of the student; and advise the Chief Engineer when changes to or maintenance of the testbed appear to be needed.
Minimum Qualifications
BS Electrical Engineering plus five (5) years in power electronics testing environment, or MS Electrical Engineering plus three (3) years in power electronics testing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Understanding of power electronics and control systems, and supervisory control systems. Understanding of data acquisition and sampling systems. Understanding of simulation tools and environments that can be used to evaluate or validate proposed testing protocols. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to conduct both failure mode and effects analysis and root cause analysis.
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
05/01/2023
If Research Grant/Time Limited, give end date
Job Open Date
03/31/2023
Job Close Date
05/15/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Make certain to provide the following information on the application:
Make certain to provide the following information on the application:
- Your Legal Name
- Valid Email Address that you can access for at least six (6) months after the hire date
- Provide Start and End Dates for All Inactive Jobs for which you are not actively employed
- All information entered on your application is taken into consideration when reviewing your qualifications, etc. No assumptions are made for employment end-dates based on the next or previous job listed on the application.
Applicants should be prepared to provide/upload:
- Cover letter
- Resume/CV
- Contact information for three (3) reference providers
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by May 15, 2023.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/142608
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
