Electronics Instrumentation Specialist

Electronics Instrumentation Specialist

Institution:
Purdue University

Location:

West Lafayette, IN

Purdue University’s research enterprise depends on labs that are precise, reliable, and safe. This role offers an opportunity to apply specialized electronics expertise in direct support of world‑class faculty, students, and experimental research within a leading public institution.

The Electronics Instrumentation Specialist supports the department’s research mission and all experimentalist labs by providing advanced electrical and electronic analysis for laboratory equipment and systems. In this role, you will be a go‑to problem solver for complex electronic issues, ensuring that research and teaching activities can run safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. You will also serve as a key contributor to the department’s safety committee, helping maintain safe and compliant lab environments.

• Provide electrical and electronic analysis, troubleshooting, and repair for lab instruments, experimental setups, and related equipment.
• Collaborate directly with faculty and instructional staff to understand research and teaching needs and develop practical electronic solutions.
• Support the design, modification, and optimization of electronic systems used in experiments and demonstrations.
• Maintain documentation of instrumentation configurations, repairs, and modifications to support continuity and reliability.
• Serve as an active member of the safety committee, advising on and helping implement safe practices related to electrical and electronic systems in labs.
• Assist with evaluating new equipment and technologies to support evolving research and instructional needs.

• Strong knowledge of electronics, instrumentation, and electrical troubleshooting in a lab or technical environment.
• Ability to diagnose complex issues, think creatively, and provide practical, timely solutions.
• Comfort working closely with faculty, staff, and students in a collaborative, service‑oriented manner.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in support of research and teaching.

• Contribute directly to cutting‑edge research and hands‑on education.
• Work in an environment where learning, innovation, and collaboration are valued.
• Be part of a community that invests in the growth and well‑being of its employees while driving impact far beyond campus.

• Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent degree with an electronics focus.
• At least two (2) years of experience with analog circuit PCB design and Python programming.

• Familiarity with circuit design for small‑signal, ultra‑low‑noise measurement electronics.
• Experience with ultra‑low‑noise current and voltage amplifiers or instruments used to control complex signal sequences for students.
• Knowledge, understanding and practical application of the National Electrical Code.
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of electronics and lab instrumentation, and ability to read and interpret spec sheets and technical manuals.

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field with an electronics focus; circuit design experience for small‑signal ultra‑low‑noise measurement electronics and high‑frequency electronics.
• Familiarity with programmable Digital‑to‑Analog Converters (DACs) for multichannel voltage control and switching.
• Understanding of microwave and RF measurement circuit elements and instruments.
• Experience with Field‑Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) operation and coding.

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check will be required for employment in this position.
• FLSA:
  Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime).
• Retirement Eligibility:
  Defined Contribution Waiting Period.
• Benefit Statement:
  Purdue University offers a substantial benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as generous paid time off for sick and vacation days.

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