Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume): Bachelor's Degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field. Two (2) years of directly related, full-time experience with advanced research related/laboratory activities. Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills (machining, welding, custom fixture and enclosure design/build) and experience working from mechanical and electrical drawings. Demonstrated experience mounting, wiring, or interfacing with instrumentation, sensors, or control hardware (e.g., NI DAQ hardware, PLCs, or equivalent). Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver’s License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes”). Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Mechanical Engineering. Prior experience in an academic or industrial engineering laboratory or shop environment. Familiarity with PLC hardware, wiring, and control panel build-out (programming not required). Familiarity with emissions measurement equipment (e.g., FTIR, chemiluminescence, NDIR analyzers) or flow measurement devices. CAD experience (SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion 360, or similar) for custom fixture design. Experience handling controlled or sensitive technical documentation in a regulated or industrial setting. Brief Description of Duties: The Senior Research Support Specialist will provide a broad range of complex laboratory and research related tasks. Working under general supervision in support of a research project or program for Dr. Dimitris Assanis in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, incumbent will operate equipment, carry out test procedures as well as collate and interpret data using special methods. The successful incumbent will have excellent interpersonal skills, exercising strong organizational and time-management skills with an exceptional attention to detail. Essential for this role is the adeptness to work independently as well as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving. • Technical: • Mount, wire, and physically install National Instruments (NI) based data acquisition (DAQ) hardware and sensors for thermodynamic, flow, and emissions monitoring, per designs and wiring diagrams provided by the project team. • Mount, wire, and interface with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and associated control hardware; control logic and programming are developed by graduate researchers, with this role focused on physical installation, wiring, panel build-out, and operational support. • Design and fabricate custom mounting fixtures, brackets, enclosures, and support hardware for sensors, DAQ, and PLC equipment, including build-out of a mobile testing platform/trailer. • Operate installed instrumentation and control hardware during test campaigns; troubleshoot mounting, wiring, and connection issues in the field and in the lab. • Support installation, commissioning, and field operation of non-invasive sensors and continuous emissions monitoring equipment at the National Grid host site. • Perform routine calibration checks and physical maintenance of sensors, flowmeters, and analyzers to keep instrumentation in good working order. • Maintain laboratory and field equipment, consumables, and calibration gas inventories; follow safe handling procedures for hydrogen and compressed gases. • Administrative • Prepare basic build/assembly documentation (fixture drawings, wiring references, installation logs) to support project recordkeeping. • Other duties as assigned. Special Notes: The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption. ***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of start date. Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application. Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. 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