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Who we are
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Why Rensselaer? Our dynamic global community of changemakers includes some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity. Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, and one of the world’s fastest supercomputers.
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Job Summary
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The Research Machinist/Welder plans and performs a broad range of machining and bench operations, as well as hand welding to fabricate a variety of short run special or experimental parts, jigs, and fixtures per customer requirements.
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Minimum Qualifications
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• High School/Equivalent
• Five years’ experience in machine tool operations and technical welding
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
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Preferred Qualifications
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• Two-year relevant technical degree in welding or completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent combination of experience, training and /or education
• Experience in a research and development facility
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Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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• Ability to weld a wide assortment of materials using the appropriate techniques for each
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, sketches, diagrams, and schematics
• Knowledge of standard machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines and grinders
• Ability to produce results under pressure situations
• Requires a demonstrated commitment to quality and customer service
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to work with a diverse population
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Shift
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Business Hours: Monday - Friday
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Travel
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Local travel between campus locations only |
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Driving
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Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use
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Starting Salary/Rate
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Expected hiring range: $25.00- $27.75
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
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Application instructions
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Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
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| Job Posted Date |
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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| Culture of Safety at Rensselaer |
Rensselaer is committed to providing a safe and healthy living, learning, and working environment for its faculty, staff and students. As such, we strongly recommend that faculty, staff and students obtain a COVID-19 vaccination and remain current with available boosters to protect themselves, as well as to protect vulnerable members of the community.
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Total Compensation and Benefits Information
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Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).
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We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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