Controls and Instrumentation Engineer, Texas Institute of Electronics Full-time

Controls And Instrumentation Engineer

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we're at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America's Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city's innovative spirit.

UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
• For more details, please see: Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources

A total of five vacancies are available. This position may be filled at a higher-level title, relative to experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. Relocation assistance may be available.

The Controls and Instrumentation Engineer helps with development efforts related to semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will define the future roadmaps of semiconductor logic, memory, heterogenous integration, and chip cooling.

• Contributes to one or more of controls, instrumentation, custom circuit design, and fabrication for novel semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Assists in researching and procurement of various equipment sub-systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, or other relevant disciplines.

Two years' experience in electrical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, or other relevant disciplines.

Goal-oriented and ability to prioritize and multitask.

Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a collaborative team environment.

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, robotics, controls, or other relevant disciplines.
• Experience working in a research or start-up environment.
• Prior experience in one or more of the following areas: nanofabrication, precision machine design, mechatronics, systems and controls, instrumentation, optical systems design.

TIE Pays Industry Competitive Salaries

• Work is performed on-site in a scientific research environment, with dynamic work conditions and frequent interruptions.
• Work outside standard office hours could be required on an occasional basis during peak periods and special events.

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest