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Research Engineer I/II/III/IV/V/VI

Auburn University • Auburn, AL • 1d ago

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S4873P

Home Org Name

Mechanical Engineering

Division Name

Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering

Position Title

Research Engineer I/II/III/IV/V/VI

Job Class Code

JA01

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

Yes

Limited Term Length

One year

Job Summary

The Auburn University National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence (NCAME ) is seeking candidates for Research Engineer I/II/III /IV/V/VI (level commensurate with education/experience)

NCAME was founded in 2017 through a collaboration between Auburn University (AU) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA ) leveraged by a signed AU/NASA Space Act Agreement. The Center is also a founding partner of theASTM Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE). Since then,NCAME has established partnership government agencies (e.g., US Army,NIST ,FAA ) and industries (e.g., Boeing, GE, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Aerojet Rocketdyne).NCAME strives to be a transitioning mechanism from fundamental to applied research aligned with the needs of industry. The Center also aims to lead and foster effective collaborations amongst industry, government, academia, non-pro?t organizations, andASTM committees for ensuring a coordinated, global effort toward rapidly closing standards and workforce development gaps in AM.

Essential Functions

NCAME is seeking candidates to lead the applied research activities including:

Performing a variety of research and development projects requiring the applications of engineering practices and principles.

Operating, maintaining, and repairing specialized equipment.

Advising faculty, postdocs, students, and staff with design, modification, proto@type, processes, analysis procedures, and other engineering solutions.

Designing and fabricating parts and systems utilizing engineering practices and principles.

Performing materials characterization and failure analysis.

Ensuring supplies are available and operational for use in projects.

Evaluating project outcomes to develop new concepts, equipment, or processes.

Developing proposals, budgets, schedules, and progress reports.

Preparing technical reports for projects.

Serving as the point of contact with the sponsors and industry partners.

Participating and supporting the strategic planning and roadmap development forNCAME .

Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

We're Here for You : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

A Place for Everyone : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Level I - Bachelors degree in Engineering that is relevant to the area of research and zero years experience.

Level II - Bachelors degree in Engineering that is relevant to the area of research and two years experience.

LevelIII - Bachelors degree in Engineering that is relevant to the area of research and four years experience.

Level IV - Bachelors degree in Engineering that is relevant to the area of research and six years experience.

Level V - Bachelors degree in Engineering that is relevant to the area of research and eight years experience.

Level VI - Bachelors degree in Engineering that is relevant to the area of research and ten years experience.

Experience: Experience in engineering and research practices and principles

Substitution allowed for Education: When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.

Substitution allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$50,210 - $186,410

Job Category

Research

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

10/30/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56723

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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