Manager, Electronics Shop, ECE Facilities & Laboratories
About the role
Classification & Regular Hours
Hours per Week: 40
Salary Grade 15: $79,062.86 - $92,994.29, commensurate with experience.
About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering is one of four Departments in the Faculty of Engineering. Faculty and staff in the Department support and foster the educational and research pursuits of undergraduate and graduate engineering students, while providing the best student experience.
Responsibilities
The Manager, Electronics Shop, ECE Facilities and Laboratories, provides technical and managerial experience that supports the teaching and research objectives of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation, management, long-term strategic planning, and maintenance of the laboratory facilities and equipment/apparatus in the areas of electrical, computer, software and mechatronics engineering, as well as managing the human, financial, and material resources of the ECE Electronics Shop to meet the research and teaching needs of faculty and students across the Faculty of Engineering. The Manager will oversee budget forecasting, laboratory equipment planning, and strategic resource allocation to ensure the effective and sustainable operation of ECE’s laboratory infrastructure. The role includes managing highly skilled technical staff, subject matter experts, and teaching assistants, while leading through constantly changing situations related to laboratory operations and evolving research priorities. The Manager will ensure that faculty members, students, and laboratory technicians have the required information, guidance, documentation, and resources required for both research and Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) accredited undergraduate programs.
The Manager will act as a point person for health and safety issues, conduct inspections to ensure safe laboratory practices are employed, and proactively address safety concerns involving undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty members. The role will also be responsible for identifying opportunities for reprogramming and technological advancements, particularly in rapidly evolving fields such as electrical, computer, software, and artificial intelligence, ensuring that the laboratories remain cutting-edge and aligned with industry advancements.
Additionally, the role operates and maintains specialized equipment and instrumentation, trains staff, teaching assistants, students, and other users of the facility on equipment and instrument operation, participates in the development of protocols, performs laboratory techniques, provides budget oversight, and orders materials and supplies as required. Furthermore, the role is responsible for providing leadership, supervision, and strategic direction to the technical staff within the department, ensuring the continued excellence of laboratory operations and innovation in support of ECE’s teaching and research mission.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
- Training/courses/workshops in team development, leadership, strategic planning and financial management
- Master’s Degree preferred
- Project Management Professional (PMP) designation preferred
Experience:
- 5 years of experience and with the practical and theoretical aspects of electronics circuitry, electric machines, measurements and instrumentation
- 3 years of experience managing staff and students and working with faculty and researchers in a research laboratory (academic and/or industrial) environment
- Experience with quality control, procurement, health and safety and equipment repairs
- Project Management experience, successfully managing large and/or multiple projects required
- 8 years of experience working in an academic (or industrial) laboratory environment in the areas of electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, or mechatronics engineering preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- In-depth knowledge of research principles and techniques in their area of specialty
- Knowledge of financial budgeting and principles to develop financial models, forecasts and analysis, of strategic planning processes and of Human Resources principles and practices
- Project management skills to align projects with strategic goals and operational objectives, ensure team roles are clear, milestones are communicated, and deadlines are met
- Familiarity with preventative maintenance techniques and practices with proficiency in operating and trouble-shooting equipment and apparatus in the laboratory
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other relevant health and safety legislation
- In-depth knowledge and demonstrated ability in equipment repairs
- Strong engineering design background with knowledge of general laboratory procedures and with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
- Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems
- Ability to ensure expenditures and resources are within allotments, and to make appropriate modifications when required
- Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users and confidence in dealing with all levels of the organization
- Ability to write clear, concise and accurate procedural documentation
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process sizeable amounts of information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University’s events and activities
- Ability to provide guidance, support and feedback in a way that is positively received
- Strong people management experience with direct accountability for recruitment, ongoing training and development and performance management
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to coach team members as well as support internal/external clients
- Excellent troubleshooting ability along with hands-on expertise in technical support
- Possess a reputation for resourcefulness with a strong sense of accountability and initiative
- Ability to delegate work and provide team members with clear direction and support in meeting their objectives
- Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
- Ability to provide guidance on the proper and safe use of materials and equipment and to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
- Computer skills in software and applications related to the research; Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
About Western University
With over 30,000 students and 300,000 alumni, Western is a leading research-intensive university and global community of individuals focused on making change in the world, today.
We welcome scholars from around the world to beautiful London, Ontario.
Manager, Electronics Shop, ECE Facilities & Laboratories
About the role
Classification & Regular Hours
Hours per Week: 40
Salary Grade 15: $79,062.86 - $92,994.29, commensurate with experience.
About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering is one of four Departments in the Faculty of Engineering. Faculty and staff in the Department support and foster the educational and research pursuits of undergraduate and graduate engineering students, while providing the best student experience.
Responsibilities
The Manager, Electronics Shop, ECE Facilities and Laboratories, provides technical and managerial experience that supports the teaching and research objectives of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE). The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation, management, long-term strategic planning, and maintenance of the laboratory facilities and equipment/apparatus in the areas of electrical, computer, software and mechatronics engineering, as well as managing the human, financial, and material resources of the ECE Electronics Shop to meet the research and teaching needs of faculty and students across the Faculty of Engineering. The Manager will oversee budget forecasting, laboratory equipment planning, and strategic resource allocation to ensure the effective and sustainable operation of ECE’s laboratory infrastructure. The role includes managing highly skilled technical staff, subject matter experts, and teaching assistants, while leading through constantly changing situations related to laboratory operations and evolving research priorities. The Manager will ensure that faculty members, students, and laboratory technicians have the required information, guidance, documentation, and resources required for both research and Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) accredited undergraduate programs.
The Manager will act as a point person for health and safety issues, conduct inspections to ensure safe laboratory practices are employed, and proactively address safety concerns involving undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty members. The role will also be responsible for identifying opportunities for reprogramming and technological advancements, particularly in rapidly evolving fields such as electrical, computer, software, and artificial intelligence, ensuring that the laboratories remain cutting-edge and aligned with industry advancements.
Additionally, the role operates and maintains specialized equipment and instrumentation, trains staff, teaching assistants, students, and other users of the facility on equipment and instrument operation, participates in the development of protocols, performs laboratory techniques, provides budget oversight, and orders materials and supplies as required. Furthermore, the role is responsible for providing leadership, supervision, and strategic direction to the technical staff within the department, ensuring the continued excellence of laboratory operations and innovation in support of ECE’s teaching and research mission.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
- Training/courses/workshops in team development, leadership, strategic planning and financial management
- Master’s Degree preferred
- Project Management Professional (PMP) designation preferred
Experience:
- 5 years of experience and with the practical and theoretical aspects of electronics circuitry, electric machines, measurements and instrumentation
- 3 years of experience managing staff and students and working with faculty and researchers in a research laboratory (academic and/or industrial) environment
- Experience with quality control, procurement, health and safety and equipment repairs
- Project Management experience, successfully managing large and/or multiple projects required
- 8 years of experience working in an academic (or industrial) laboratory environment in the areas of electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, or mechatronics engineering preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- In-depth knowledge of research principles and techniques in their area of specialty
- Knowledge of financial budgeting and principles to develop financial models, forecasts and analysis, of strategic planning processes and of Human Resources principles and practices
- Project management skills to align projects with strategic goals and operational objectives, ensure team roles are clear, milestones are communicated, and deadlines are met
- Familiarity with preventative maintenance techniques and practices with proficiency in operating and trouble-shooting equipment and apparatus in the laboratory
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other relevant health and safety legislation
- In-depth knowledge and demonstrated ability in equipment repairs
- Strong engineering design background with knowledge of general laboratory procedures and with methods for research design, implementation, and analysis
- Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems
- Ability to ensure expenditures and resources are within allotments, and to make appropriate modifications when required
- Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users and confidence in dealing with all levels of the organization
- Ability to write clear, concise and accurate procedural documentation
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process sizeable amounts of information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University’s events and activities
- Ability to provide guidance, support and feedback in a way that is positively received
- Strong people management experience with direct accountability for recruitment, ongoing training and development and performance management
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to coach team members as well as support internal/external clients
- Excellent troubleshooting ability along with hands-on expertise in technical support
- Possess a reputation for resourcefulness with a strong sense of accountability and initiative
- Ability to delegate work and provide team members with clear direction and support in meeting their objectives
- Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
- Ability to provide guidance on the proper and safe use of materials and equipment and to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
- Computer skills in software and applications related to the research; Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
About Western University
With over 30,000 students and 300,000 alumni, Western is a leading research-intensive university and global community of individuals focused on making change in the world, today.
We welcome scholars from around the world to beautiful London, Ontario.