Electronics Coordinator

About the role

The Department of Physics at McGill University seeks an Electronics Coordinator to provide technical support for research, teaching, and departmental operations. Working on‑site Monday to Friday, the incumbent will design, build, install, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of scientific instrumentation and electronic systems.

Key responsibilities

• Design, modify, build, install, test, operate, and maintain electronic, electrical, and research instrumentation systems.
• Review project requests, assess feasibility, prepare time and cost estimates, and coordinate technical project execution.
• Prepare technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and related documentation.
• Assemble, install, and maintain laboratory equipment, cabling, and associated components.
• Provide technical guidance to faculty, staff, researchers, and students on equipment and techniques.
• Liaise with the departmental machine shop, vendors, contractors, and service providers for equipment construction, repair, and servicing.
• Maintain inventories, recommend purchases of equipment and supplies, and keep records of projects and equipment.
• Stay current with developments in instrumentation, electronics, automation, and related technologies.

Required profile

• Undergraduate degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Bilingual proficiency (English and French) with strong communication abilities.

Required skills

• Electronic circuit design and troubleshooting.
• Electrical system integration and maintenance.
• Instrumentation and automation knowledge.
• Technical drawing and schematic preparation.
• Laboratory equipment assembly and cabling.
• Project coordination and cost estimation.