Electrical Mechanical Integrations Engineer

Overview

The University of North Carolina Wilmington is seeking an Electromechanical Development Engineer (EHRA Temporary) to join the NSAT (Neck Strength Assessment Tool) development team. The role supports Phase 1 feasibility efforts for a novel medical device that measures and analyzes neck strength through static and dynamic protocols to determine risk for TBI. The candidate will develop a benchtop electromechanical prototype integrating mechanical, electrical, and software systems to enable data collection and controlled physical stimuli. This is a temporary assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, construction, and testing of a benchtop electromechanical prototype capable of executing NSAT's full patient protocol.
• Select and integrate data acquisition (DAQ) systems and control hardware.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical, algorithm, and mechanical engineering to define system requirements, sensor specifications, and patient interaction protocols.
• Develop custom control and data processing software in LabVIEW, Python, or MATLAB for sensor integration, signal acquisition, and device control.
• Evaluate, prototype, and iterate on mechanical impulse delivery mechanisms for dynamic testing protocols using actuators, motors, and other force-generating technologies.
• Integrate and test the finalized impulse delivery solution into the NSAT benchtop prototype.
• Drive rapid prototyping and iterative testing cycles.
• Ensure system safety, reliability, and usability for human-subject feasibility testing.
• Support procurement of hardware / software components and manage vendor relationships as necessary.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Required Certifications or Licensure

Work Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Temporary employees are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines. For more info / to apply visit http : / / jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date

09 / 08 / 2025

Job Closing Date

10 / 08 / 2025

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex (including gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents — except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

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