Scientific Instrument Maker II (Salary)
Core
Fabrication, assembly, and repair of precise scientific instruments and machines for research, engineering, or teaching projects using milling machines and related tools.
Role type
Scientific Instrument Maker II
Builds
Custom scientific instruments and machines for complex research and teaching projects
Domain
Physics / Scientific Research
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Lathe operation, milling machine operation, shaper operation, planer operation, drill press operation, welding, precision measurement, hand tool usage (filing, chiseling, deburring), independent judgment in fabrication
Preferred skills
Computer proficiency (PC/Mac), Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Access)
Technologies
Milling machines, lathes, shapers, planers, drill presses, welding equipment, micrometers
Responsibilities
Operate lathes and milling machines to create instruments from designs; lay out and plan complicated fabrication processes; measure and assemble parts and attach electronic equipment; assist researchers in planning design and development; use hand tools to file, chisel, and deburr instruments
Seniority
Mid-level (3+ years experience beyond apprentice level)