[iris-bulk] (Job) Seismic Network Engineer - University of Utah

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Seismic Network Engineer

Job ID:  36601

Job Summary:

Come be apart of the Seismograph Station team that provides accurate  
and timely data and information products for seismic events, including  
their effects on buildings and structures, employing modern monitoring  
methods and technologies.

  Responsibilities

  Responsible, jointly with other professional staff, for the  
operation, repair, and maintenance of nearly 200 stations forming part  
of the University of Utah's regional seismic network. Works frequently  
with IT specialists to establish data communication links through off- 
site firewalls, and works with telecommunications engineers to  
establish end-to-end system throughput. Maintains a detailed database  
of station parameters and repair histories. Interacts with equipment  
manufacturers and software engineers to ensure high-quality data  
collection.

For new installations, selects sites, interacts with property owners,  
purchases equipment, performs site engineering work, and installs  
delicate instrumentation. May supervise one or more individuals  
assisting in the station installation process. Job requires frequent  
day trips and occasional overnight travel to field installations.  
Additional duties may be assigned relating to the installation and/or  
maintenance and operation of other types of seismic instrumentation as  
part of special field studies. In the event of an earthquake  
aftershock response, applicant must be prepared, on short notice, to  
rapidly deploy portable seismic recording equipment, potentially  
requiring extended travel for three or more days.

  Qualifications

1.    Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in computer science,  
engineering, or related field and at least three years of experience  
in the discipline.

2.    Valid Utah driver's license and proof of insurability.

3.    Experience with diverse data communications hardware and  
transmission media such as modems, multiplexers, routers, terminal  
servers, FM radio, spread spectrum radio, DSL, Frame Relay, VPN, and  
cellular communications.

4.    Experience with UNIX or Linux and Windows.

5.    Excellent  project management and interpersonal communication  
skills and must also be self-motivated and capable of problem-solving,  
both individually (unsupervised) and as a team member.

Preferences

1.    Experience with C, Perl, or other programming helpful.

2.    Diversity of electronic and mechanical troubleshooting skills  
desirable. This would include experience with electronic test  
equipment (Volt-ohm meter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, LAN  
tester, etc.), analog-to-digital conversion dataloggers, RF data  
transmission, electronic cable construction, and analog component- 
level electronics.

  Other Information

  Stations consist of seismic sensors, digital data acquisition  
systems, and associated telemetry equipment and are sited both in the  
urban built environment and in remote field locations throughout Utah  
and in parts of neighboring states.

Must be capable of performing field work, sometimes under inclement  
conditions, and capable of strenuous physical labor. Site access may  
require hiking steep hillsides while carrying heavy batteries,  
concrete, and other site construction materials, commonly weighing  
fifty pounds or more. Work may require climbing tall radio towers at  
remote mountain top locations.

  Other Information

  This position requires successful completion of a drug test and  
criminal background check.

  How to Claim Vet Preference

  Applicants claiming Veterans or Disabled Veterans preference must  
submit a photo copy of their DD-214 and complete the Utah State  
Veteran's Preference Addendum.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity  
employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application  
process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

   Job Closing Date

  Unless filled this job closes on July 31, 2009.

  Please apply online to www.jobs.utah.edu and reference job #36601



  
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