Foundry Engineer

The Foundry Engineer will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to design, build, integrate, and maintain automated fabrication systems, focusing on developing software for existing systems supporting the ongoing integration of new automation capabilities. This role combines hands-on engineering, system integration, and software control development to enable reliable, production-grade quantum device fabrication workflows. This role will play a critical part in finalizing and operationalizing robotic automation systems, enabling reproducible, high-throughput quantum device fabrication within a shared user facility., * Develop and implement software-based control frameworks for existing automated machinery and robotics systems

• Collaborate with Foundry staff, students, and other users to design, implement, and maintain research tools and automated fabrication systems
• Troubleshoot and optimize integrated hardware/software systems to meet production and quality goals
• Provide training and technical support to facility users and staff
• Continuously evaluate and improve systems to enhance reliability, safety, and throughput
• Ensure systems comply with safety standards and operational protocols in a research laboratory setting
• Support and guide students and researchers using foundry systems
• Occasional travel to partner institutions (e.g., Montana State University, University of Utah) may be required for collaboration and system integration.

This is a one year appointment, renewable based on the need for the position, availability of funding, and continued satisfactory level of performance in the role.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least four to seven years of experience in robotics, automation, or autonomous systems
• Strong programming skills in Python with experience in control systems, automation, or robotics software
• Experience with JavaScript/HTML for user interfaces and Git-based version control workflows
• Demonstrated experience integrating hardware and software in complex robotic or automation environments
• Hands-on experience with system debugging, troubleshooting, and deployment in lab or field settings
• Familiarity with robotic subsystems (e.g., mobility platforms, robotic arms, grippers, sensors, safety systems, embedded electronics)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to evolving technical requirements, * Experience in research lab environments, user facilities, or shared instrumentation settings
• Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360) and mechanical system design
• Background in semiconductor, cleanroom, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated experience mentoring students and overseeing their work, Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

This position is renewable annually based on continued need for the position, availability of funding, and satisfactory job performance.

Salary Information: $65,000

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.