Research and Development Engineer - Mechanical Job University Park Texas USA,Engineering

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for Mechanical Engineers to join the Mechanical Systems Design Department within the Engineering Systems Research and Development Division at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This role will design, analyze, build, and test hardware for undersea applications from concept to development and through transition using a board scope of Division technical expertise in core engineering disciplines.

The worked performed in this position directly supports the development, fabrication, assembly, integration and testing of hardware and software systems in support of undersea applications supporting the United States Armed Forces and other government agencies.
ARL is an authorized DoD Skill Bridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You Will:

Analyze requirements, identify problems, and develop innovative solution concepts
Design structures, mechanisms, actuation systems, and bearing systems
Work with the design and drafting department to create and approve drawings
Develop assembly and test procedures
Work with technicians to perform assembly and testing of systems and subsystems
Support field testing

Additional responsibilities for higher-level position includes:

Plan and perform technical tasks of a larger scope and lead teams within the project scope
Manage projects of moderate size and scope; plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of the work
Mentor junior engineers in the development of technical and project skills

Required Skills/Experience areas include:

Design of complex machined components and subsystems
3D CAD design and engineering drawing development
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T ANSI Y14.5)
Proficiency in completing free body diagrams; using hand calculations to calculate forces and resultant stresses on structures
Packaging of complex electromechanical assemblies
Development of test plans and procedures
Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective

Preferred Skills/Experience areas include:

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Siemens NX 3D modeling
Structural or thermal finite element analysis
Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required

Your working location will be fully on-site located in State College, PA. This role requires periodic travel to remote locations.

Minimum Education , Work Experience & Required Certifications

If filled as R&D Engineer
- Mechanical (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires:
Bachelor's Degree
- Engineering or Science 14+ years of relevant experience Required

Certifications:

None

If filled as R&D Engineer
- Mechanical (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires:
Bachelor's Degree
- Engineering or Science 5+ years of relevant experience Required

Certifications:

None

ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Intel Community (IC), and other federal government customers.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website .psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL):
Employees must be…