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Hamilton, ON

Research Engineer (III) (ENG-PHYS)
Faculty of Engineering
(JD00404)

Engineering a Brighter Future
https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/about-us/strategic-plan/

About the Faculty

Consistently ranked among the top engineering schools in Canada and internationally, McMaster’s Faculty of Engineering is known for its leadership in innovation, research, and experiential learning. With a strong emphasis on hands-on, project-based education, the Faculty prepares future-ready engineers through one of the country’s largest co-op programs, world-class research opportunities, and a vibrant student community with over 70 clubs and teams. The Faculty comprises three schools offering a wide range of programs and degrees designed to cultivate global citizens who are socially conscious and professionally agile. Home to over 200 faculty and 200 full-time staff, the Faculty supports over 7,600 undergraduate and 1,400 graduate students and secures roughly $65 million in research funding annually. Research and learning span more than 20 interdisciplinary centres, institutes, and networks, with active collaborations involving universities, government, and over 120 industry partners worldwide.

About the Department

The Engineering Physics program at McMaster University is a dynamic hub where fundamental physics meets innovative engineering design. The program integrates rigorous training in physics, mathematics, and engineering with hands-on experience in advanced technologies such as materials and devices, photonics, biomedical, micro- and nano-systems, nuclear and quantum-enabled technologies. Students develop the skills to analyze, design, and build solutions that address complex challenges in areas spanning energy, computing, advanced materials, and emerging technologies. With a strong emphasis on problem-solving, interdisciplinary collaboration, and experiential learning, Engineering Physics provides a stimulating environment for its 250 undergraduate and 85 graduate students in a close-knit community.

About the Position

We are welcoming applications for the full-time position of Research Engineer (III). The incumbent will report to Dr. Leyla Soleymani and be responsible for developing and testing a wearable platform for biomarker analysis, collaboration and guiding team members in this area, preparing pitches and reports on this topic,



and collaborating with external industry and government partners related to this project.

The successful candidate will have a strong engineering background in condition-based monitoring in a manufacturing and academic environment, with a demonstrated ability to advance research, direct outcomes, and apply results in industrial settings. Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills are also required for this role.

Job Summary

Under general direction, responsible for providing specialized, highly advanced, engineering services in a specific engineering field or discipline to design, develop, and coordinate research or contract projects. Provides significant technical depth and expertise.

Purpose & Key Functions

- Design, fabricate, and assemble equipment and instruments that require the identification, modification, and adaptation of novel engineering techniques.
- Apply specialized knowledge to review, critically appraise, and interpret published literature.
- Conduct standardized research experiments using specialized equipment and instruments.
- Identify, analyze, and solve recent, unique, and complex problems as presented in research contracts and projects.
- Apply standardized engineering principles and methods from a specialized field or discipline to solve problems.
- Collect, evaluate, and analyze data.
- May be required to design and develop computer software required for, but not limited to, data collection, design, modelling, and mathematical and statistical analysis.
- Identify, recommend, and incorporate new approaches and methodologies into research.
- Write sections of scientific reports and papers for inclusion in journal publications and contract reports.
- Format and summarize data and write technical reports based on research findings.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations to engineering colleagues, industry, and contract agencies.
- Provide leadership for a research project or contract by defining and coordinating resource needs, determining priorities to achieve project goals,



and setting schedules that will meet defined deadlines.
- Assign and schedule work to others and review work for technical accuracy and adequacy.
- Provide financial and resource planning and tracking for research projects and contracts.
- Provide advice in a specialized field to colleagues, collaborators, and students.
- Exchanges technical and scientific information with others.
- Liaise with external clients and project partners.
- May be required to perform activities which require dexterity and precision including, but not limited to, the manual calibration of laboratory equipment, and assembly of circuit boards,
- Remain current with frequent advances in a technical field or scientific discipline.

Supervision

- Ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures for short-term staff and volunteers.
- May provide direction to others in how to carry out tasks.

Qualifications

- Master's degree in Engineering in a relevant field of study.
- Requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Assets

- Experience working in a postsecondary institution is considered a strong asset.
- Experience working in industry is considered a strong asset.
- Experience in developing wearable medical devices is considered an asset.

Additional Information

The Research Engineer (III) must have and/or demonstrate the following:

- Strong data collection, analysis, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent project management, coordination, and organizational skills
- Proven interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Strong communication (verbal and written) skills
- Flexibility and adaptability when meeting deadlines with numerous interruptions
- High attention to detail while producing thorough and accurate work
- Ability to respond creatively to resolve issues and maintain workflow
- Ability to manage and execute a range of conflicting objectives
- Ability to coordinate schedules across multiple organizations
- Strong engineering design skills

The successful candidate must also have expertise and prior experience in the following:

- MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat
- Solidworks, Python, Mat Lab, and Power BI

Flexibility is required to work occasional evenings, weekends and extended hours to meet the demands of the in-person position.

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