EngineerArchitectural Manager at UNC-Chapel Hill

Position SummaryThe Argus Array will be the first very large optical telescope array and has a field of view encompassing the entire sky at once. As an Engineer for the Argus Array project you will be responsible for the design development and integration of critical components that enable the arrays unique capabilities. The positions responsibilities will be designing refining integrating and managing the construction of Argus systems including the overall building systems the cupola window and associated electromechanical systems and other components of the telescope. You will work closely with our team of astronomers telescope-instrumentalists and data scientists to implement and optimize these systems for the worlds largest optical telescope array and the largest digital camera ever built; there are also potential mentorship roles for graduate and undergraduate student teams. This position involves both hands-on engineering and working with external vendors including responsibility for on-site decision making during key parts of the construction process. Our project management philosophy emphasizes a small and local team; flat management structure; and a highly-collaborative working environment. We routinely produce prototypes and complex hardware in-house and expect to perform significant hands-on engineering for Argus subsystems. This position includes spending time at the telescope construction site with responsibility for on-site decision making as needed. The expected timescale for this position is two years with possibility of extension to further projects. Learn more about the project here: Required Qualifications Competencies And ExperienceBachelors degree in Civil Mechanical Engineering or related field or PhD in engineering or related field Proficiency with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar) Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles Experience with hardware prototyping and testing Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environmentPreferred Qualifications Competencies And ExperienceLicensed engineer or ability to become licensed within states in the US SouthWest Familiarity with rapid prototyping of complete systems at a range of scales Familiarity with working with students to develop hardware systems Familiarity with field deployments of scientific instruments Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges Enthusiasm for contributing to groundbreaking astronomical researchRequired Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Graphic,Facilities Management,Atl,Fabrication,Fiber,Administration And Secretarial Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1