IMDEA Materials Institute is a public research organization founded in 2007 by Madrid’s regional government to carry out research of excellence in Material Science and Engineering by attracting talent from all over the world to work in an international and multidisciplinary environment. IMDEA Materials has grown rapidly since its foundation and currently includes more than 120 researchers from 22 nationalities and has become one of the leading research centers in materials in Europe which has received the María de Maeztu seal of excellence from the Spanish government. The research activities have been focused on the areas of materials for transport, energy, and health care and the Institute has state-of-the-art facilities for processing, characterization and simulation of advanced materials.

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The candidate will manage the day-to-day operations of the Electronics in the new facilities to ensure regulatory and quality compliance, and will provide support to the different research groups, projects, and users, as well as technical expertise and training.

Education

Degree in electrical/electronic engineering (or similar) or a lab technician degree in Electronics or Robotics is adequate. (Técnico o Técnico superior, en el marco de la formación profesional del sistema educativo español)

Fluent in English (oral and written)

Training in laboratory management and/or quality control systems (desirable).

Experience

At least 3 years of laboratory experience in a multinational or multicultural environment, involving hands-on work in areas such as:

• Operation and use of in situ measurement devices.
• Design, implementation, and control of high-power AC systems.
• Design and construction of small-scale equipment, including CAD design, PCB design (hardware and software), and assembly and integration of designed components
• Design and development of electronic systems, such as sensors, gauges, power supplies, and their associated control units.
• Maintenance and development of control systems, including the ability to create new control software or modify existing solutions using tools such as Python, Arduino, LabVIEW, and MATLAB.
• Basic knowledge of mechatronics, including microcontrollers, stepper motors, collaborative robots, and 3D printers.
• Programming experience in languages such as LabVIEW, C, C++, and Python, as well as familiarity with microcontrollers and design software (e.g. FreeCAD, AutoCAD).
• Hands-on experience with electronic signals and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes and related instrumentation.

Basic knowledge of mechanics and materials selection will be positively evaluated.

Knowledge of electronic signal filtering, signal amplification, PID and PWD control, and safety measures (for the circuit and the operator) is highly desirable.

Previous experience in research institutions (desirable)

Necessary competencies:

• Effectively support researchers by providing technical support, demonstrating procedures, and collecting, preparing, and testing samples.
• Preparation of technical reports.
• Ensure that laboratories are well-stocked, that resources are available, and that waste is disposed of according to established procedures.
• Understand the requirements, issues, and outcomes needed in their technical area.
• Understand the purpose, operate, and maintain the equipment and installations in their laboratories.
• Take responsibility for ensuring that health and safety practices are followed in their laboratories. Collaborate with management to provide a safe and healthy workplace and carry out health and safety evaluations.
• Excellent organizational skills, proactivity, and teamwork orientation.
• Initiative, flexibility, and ability to solve everyday problems related to the position’s duties.

Desirable competencies

Keep up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments.

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