Mechanical Research and Development Engineer

Mechanical Research and Development Engineer – Expeditionary Manufacturing and Repair Department (ARL)

We are searching for a Mechanical Research and Development Engineer to join the Expeditionary Manufacturing and Repair Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State.

• Provide input to and assist with sample production as well as Cold Spray process support equipment setup, design and assembly.
• Perform fabrication, machining, characterization and mechanical testing of materials in support of projects.
• Meet with faculty and staff engineers to define the scope of task requirements and schedule constraints, and communicate with engineers and project managers to provide progress reports and facilitate resource identification.
• Perform daily specimen and coupon fabrication operations and fabrication of facility and test equipment.
• Document process parameters and processes.
• Operate and maintain Cold Spray, Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing and Wire Arc Direct Energy Deposition systems, including stationary and portable robotics.
• Inspect, test, and calibrate equipment as directed.
• Perform facility maintenance and repair of capital and test equipment in support of various projects.
• Assist senior technical and engineering staff in gathering, compiling, and archiving test data in the laboratory or in the field.
• Develop documentation of task procedures and process evaluation.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or Engineering Technology.
• 4+ years of related experience.
• Strong foundation in machining including CNC and Manual Machining.
• Past success using different types of materials and processes, repair and maintenance technology, robotics, scheduling, logistics, and program/job planning.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Laboratory testing and ability to follow test procedures and standards.
• Welding, sheet metal fabrication, and electrical wiring (AC and DC).
• Past success interpreting and applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• General equipment maintenance and routine preventive maintenance.
• Machine shop and lab safety practices.
• Success in a technical environment with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work through problems, using proper steps to define and formulate ideas to reach a solution.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

• Additive manufacturing and/or Cold Spray experience.
• Robotic systems and programming experience.
• Working understanding of Navy Shipyard operations and Navy materials and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM and mechanical design and drafting.
• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher.

The salary range for this position is $81,312.00 – $. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off. Employees also receive a generous 75% tuition discount for themselves and eligible spouses and children.

Location:

State College, PA. The position will be fully on-site and may require periodic travel to remote locations in support of testing.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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