Senior Instrumentation Hardware Engineer

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees

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Gainesville, FL Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 16, 2026 Last posted May 16, 2026
Job description

Department

Institute of Utility Security and Resilience (IUSR)

Compensation

$75,000.00 to $83,000 Annual

 

General Description/ Primary Purpose:

This position will focus on development of DAQ hardware (sensors, I/O devices, chassis, etc.) as part of the overall APT effort, including the HVS machines, HVS Test Tracks, and both Test Roads. The role will be responsible for the design, selection, testing, installation, calibration, and maintenance of the DAQ hardware. They will work closely with the Senior Instrumentation Software Engineer to ensure seamless integration of the comprehensive DAQ effort. In the field troubleshooting of the DAQ hardware is required. This position is located on-site in the Pavement Research Unit of the FDOT State Materials Office in Gainesville, FL.

Job Functions:

The position requires a highly motivated and organized employee who is responsible for the following tasks:

  • Maintenance of existing APT DAQ hardware such as sensors, controls boards

  • Coordinate the testing and calibration of sensors

  • Develop Installation Protocols focused on embedded sensors

  • Development of Lessons Learned document detailing successes and failures of chosen sensors, calibration procedures, installation procedures, etc.

 

Required Qualifications

This position will focus on development of DAQ hardware (sensors, I/O devices, chassis, etc.) as part of the overall APT effort, including the HVS machines, HVS Test Tracks, and both Test Roads. The Senior Instrumentation Hardware Engineer will be responsible for the design, selection, testing, installation, calibration, and maintenance of the DAQ hardware. They will work closely with the Senior Instrumentation Software Engineer to ensure seamless integration of the comprehensive DAQ effort. In the field troubleshooting of the DAQ hardware is required.

 

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.

 

 

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

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About this role

Summary

Design, test, maintain DAQ hardware, calibrate sensors, troubleshoot in the field

Job title

Senior Instrumentation Hardware Engineer

Experience level

not specified

Industry

education

Location requirements

on-site in Gainesville, FL, no remote work

Salary

$75,000.00 to $83,000 Annual

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

DAQ hardwaresensor calibrationhardware testinginstallation protocols

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

DAQ hardwaresensorsI/O deviceshardware development
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Gainesville, FL, USA

On-site City