What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at InsideHigherEd?
Posting Number : PG193902EP
Internal Recruitment :
Working Title :
Mechanical Engineer
Anticipated Hiring Range :
Commensurate with experience ($62,400 - $65,600 @ 32 hours / week))
Work Schedule :
Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM, 32 hours / week
Job Location : Raleigh, NC
Department :
Crop and Soil Sciences
About the Department :
The Precision Sustainable Agriculture (PSA) network is a collaborative program that designs automated data acquisition technologies from scientific data collected in the field. The goal is to establish these technologies to serve on a nationwide scale to develop predictive, real-time sustainable models to help farmers make decisions in an ever-changing climate.
Essential Job Duties :
This position will contribute to the design and manufacture of robotic systems used in precision agriculture research. It will also be primarily focus on mechanical design and manufacturing ensuring precision and functionality with some knowledge of electronics.
Additional duties include :
- Assist with the assembly of newly developed prototypes, with close attention to quality control.
- Fabricate components for new technologies.
- Must be able to work independently as well as be part of a team for hardware installations and troubleshooting any issues in the field, requiring independent problem-solving skills.
- Perform integration of electrical and mechanical systems.
Other Responsibilities :
Minimum Education and Experience :
Other Required Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Required License(s) or Certification(s) :
Valid NC Driver's License required :
Commercial Driver's License required :
Job Open Date :
01 / 14 / 2025
Anticipated Close Date :
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants :
Please attach a Cover Letter, resume / CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Position Number : 00111266
Position Type : EPS / SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) :
0.80
Appointment : 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather :
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events :
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID :
110901 - Crop and Soil Sciences
AA / EEO :
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Salary : $62,400 - $65,600
