Part-Time Electrical Research and Development Engineer

Electrical R&D Engineer – Electronic Materials and Devices Department

Overview

The Electronic Materials and Devices Department (EMDD) of Penn State Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking a motivated candidate to fill the role of Electrical R&D Engineer
. This position will directly support research and development (R&D) efforts in electronic materials processing, testing/characterization, semiconductor device fabrication, sample preparation, polishing, and materials growth/synthesis. EMDD focuses on wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors, sensors, ceramics, laser processing, additive manufacturing (AM), and materials for harsh environments.

• You Will: Support development of R&D programs for critical DOD assets
• Provide subject‑matter expertise in manufacturing and design of microelectronics
• Develop application‑specific test methods to evaluate performance of DOD‑specific microelectronic devices
• Define critical performance metrics for novel microelectronics in DOD applications

• Background knowledge of manufacturing processing for critical DOD applications
• Detailed knowledge of DOD applications that benefit from new semiconductor materials and technologies
• Experience with design, development and manufacturing of microelectronics
• Ability to maintain organized and detailed notes
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to work in a fast‑paced team environment

• Experience managing and executing R&D programs
• Advance knowledge of DOD applications benefiting from new microelectronic technologies
• Ability to develop and execute R&D programs

Your working location will be on‑site located in State College, PA.

Employment with the university will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with university policies. All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen.

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. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact .