Electronic Hardware Developer Job Posting

Job Title:	Electronic Hardware Developer (Research Associate)
Company:	Virginia Tech Transportation Institute
Position Type:	Permanent
Pay Rate:	Commensurate with Experience
Date Posted:	Oct-13-09

The VT Transportation Institute is seeking applicants for an Electronic Hardware Developer. This position will independently work designing circuits, board layouts, firmware, and software for data acquisition systems. Work with researchers to develop technology deployment strategies. Assist in system deployments and the construction of data collection systems and components as needed. Performs work that involves developing innovative and creative solutions to complex engineering challenges with the goal of advancing the field of data collection and transportation safety. Works to build unique software systems including, but not limited to, real time synchronized collection of digital video and sensor data. Iteratively acts in concert with the research team and sponsors to define project goals and technical specifications; to create/refine project plans and milestones; and to integrated these goals, specification and timeline to achieve the overall objective. Duties include one or more of the following: test materials, trial and error problem solving, preparation of specification, process study, research investigations, and report preparation. Specifically responsible for developing and maintaining data acquisition technology for large scale naturalistic data collections as well as testing of new technologies. Actively participates in the procurement of new work by demonstrating facility capabilities, summarizing data and contributing to technical white papers.

Directions given and received:
Independently performs most assignments with instructions on global objectives and general results expected. Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment. May supervise/mentor/provide training and coordinate the work of graduate research assistants, technicians, and others who assist in specific assignments.

Location:	US-VA-Blacksburg
Telecommute:	No (Onsite Position)
Contact Name:	Cindy Wilkinson
Contact Phone:	540-231-1547
Contact Email:	cwilkins@vtti.vt.edu
Contact Comments:
Review of applications will begin October 15, 2009. Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please submit a cover letter and a resume or curriculum vitae to the Virginia Tech employment website at www.jobs.vt.edu, posting number 090559