Job Summary
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for an Engineering Assistant to join the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department.
This is a temporary, casual, position, and is eligible for casual benefits.
Engineering Assistant II
With some supervision, applies acquired knowledge of established procedures to the assembly, testing, and use of equipment in support of engineering projects related to oceanographic research.
Engineering Assistant III
With little supervision, applies a broad knowledge of established procedures to the assembly, testing, or calibration of equipment developed and used in support of engineering projects related to oceanographic instrumentation.
The internal working title for this position could be either Engineering Assistant II, or Engineering Assistant III.
The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate's level of education & experience.
Essential Functions
Engineering Assistant I
Engineering Assistant II
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Education & Experience
Engineering Assistant I
High School or equivalent plus three years' mechanical or electronics experience, or Technical School training plus one year related experience, or one to two years' progress toward an engineering or related degree.
Engineering Assistant II
High School diploma or equivalent plus six years' mechanical or electronics experience, or Technical School training plus four years' practical experience, or two to three years' progress toward an engineering or related degree.
Special Requirements