Louisiana State University
IT and Instrumentation Manager
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
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Job Posting Title:IT and Instrumentation Manager
Position Type:Professional / Unclassified
Department:LSUAM Engineering - Cain School of Chemical Engineering (Mike Benton (00001503))
Work Location:3307 Patrick F. Taylor Hall
Pay Grade:Professional
Job Description:
Supports information technology and instrumentation needs within Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Engineering. Manages software and licenses related to our teaching and research missions. Manages computers / IT hardware in labs including: research labs, teaching labs and facilities such as Petroleum Engineering Research and Technology Transfer Lab, ChE Unit Operations Lab, and Chevron Reservoir Characterization Lab. Installs and maintains instrumentation (low voltage DC or 4-20mA control loops) using common protocols (modbus, HART or UART / Arduino). Specifues, supports, and maintains data acquisition and control hardware used in research and teaching laboratories, including DAQ systems, process instrumentation, process automation, PLCs, transmitters, actuators, audio/visual, computers, servers, and related equipment/software used in petroleum and chemical processes. Works closely with faculty and staff to develop and improve data acquisition systems for research and learning. Oversees and supports DeltaV and Pason data acquisition systems. Provide first-line troubleshooting and escalate to support contractors as needed.
30% Software Management: Support software used in teaching and research missions of the Cain Department of Chemical Engineering Department and Craft and Hawkins Department of Petroleum Engineering, including license maintenance and managing software donations.
30% Hardware / Instrumentation: Support and maintain instrumentation hardware used in research and teaching laboratories including data acquisition, process instrumentation, process automation, PLC protocols, transmitters, actuators and related equipment / software used in petroleum and chemical processes.
20% General IT support: Provide general support for faculty, staff and students related to information technology. Establish, maintain, and communicate computer related best practices; integrate campus wide practices into ChemE and PETE practices as established by Computer Services; communicate migration information; perform changes to uphold campus/college/department policies. Communicate campus policies to ChemE and PETE.
10% Acquire computer computer related resources and licenses and manage spare resources. Order, receive, verify, return as needed - hardware and software in support of the front office, all labs, and faculty computer needs as specified by ChemE and PETE. Order materials through Workday and resolve accounting invoices. Order through online web sites as needed. Other duties as assigned.
10% Oversee and support DeltaV and Pason data acquisition systems. Provide first-line troubleshooting and escalate to support contractors as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, and 3 years of Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree and 5-10 of experience
Experience with virtual machines, servers, managing simulation software. Experience in data acquisition, process instrumentation, process automation, PLC protocols, transmitters, actuators and related equipment / software used in petroleum and chemical processes.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:Background check required prior and official transcripts may be required prior to hire. For information concerning this position please contact Darla Dao: Darla@LSU.EDU
Posting Date:July 26, 2024
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check -
An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits -
LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.
Job Posting Title:IT and Instrumentation Manager
Position Type:Professional / Unclassified
Department:LSUAM Engineering - Cain School of Chemical Engineering (Mike Benton (00001503))
Work Location:3307 Patrick F. Taylor Hall
Pay Grade:Professional
Job Description:
Supports information technology and instrumentation needs within Chemical Engineering and Petroleum Engineering. Manages software and licenses related to our teaching and research missions. Manages computers / IT hardware in labs including: research labs, teaching labs and facilities such as Petroleum Engineering Research and Technology Transfer Lab, ChE Unit Operations Lab, and Chevron Reservoir Characterization Lab. Installs and maintains instrumentation (low voltage DC or 4-20mA control loops) using common protocols (modbus, HART or UART / Arduino). Specifues, supports, and maintains data acquisition and control hardware used in research and teaching laboratories, including DAQ systems, process instrumentation, process automation, PLCs, transmitters, actuators, audio/visual, computers, servers, and related equipment/software used in petroleum and chemical processes. Works closely with faculty and staff to develop and improve data acquisition systems for research and learning. Oversees and supports DeltaV and Pason data acquisition systems. Provide first-line troubleshooting and escalate to support contractors as needed.
30% Software Management: Support software used in teaching and research missions of the Cain Department of Chemical Engineering Department and Craft and Hawkins Department of Petroleum Engineering, including license maintenance and managing software donations.
30% Hardware / Instrumentation: Support and maintain instrumentation hardware used in research and teaching laboratories including data acquisition, process instrumentation, process automation, PLC protocols, transmitters, actuators and related equipment / software used in petroleum and chemical processes.
20% General IT support: Provide general support for faculty, staff and students related to information technology. Establish, maintain, and communicate computer related best practices; integrate campus wide practices into ChemE and PETE practices as established by Computer Services; communicate migration information; perform changes to uphold campus/college/department policies. Communicate campus policies to ChemE and PETE.
10% Acquire computer computer related resources and licenses and manage spare resources. Order, receive, verify, return as needed - hardware and software in support of the front office, all labs, and faculty computer needs as specified by ChemE and PETE. Order materials through Workday and resolve accounting invoices. Order through online web sites as needed. Other duties as assigned.
10% Oversee and support DeltaV and Pason data acquisition systems. Provide first-line troubleshooting and escalate to support contractors as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, and 3 years of Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree and 5-10 of experience
Experience with virtual machines, servers, managing simulation software. Experience in data acquisition, process instrumentation, process automation, PLC protocols, transmitters, actuators and related equipment / software used in petroleum and chemical processes.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:Background check required prior and official transcripts may be required prior to hire. For information concerning this position please contact Darla Dao: Darla@LSU.EDU
Posting Date:July 26, 2024
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check -
An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits -
LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.