Engineering Technologist

Engineering Technologist Position

The Mechanical Systems & Design Department under the Engineering Systems Research and Development Division within the Undersea Systems Office (USO) of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is seeking a motivated and talented Engineering Technologist whose primary tasking will be to design, build, and test mechanical hardware for undersea applications. Employees in this position will work directly with engineers throughout the product lifecycle to create 3D models and associated drawings, perform basic engineering calculations, procure the necessary hardware, and assemble and test hardware/systems.

ARL is an authorized DoD Skill Bridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You Will:

• Create 3D models in Siemens NX
• Create detailed drawings of components and assemblies
• Perform tolerance stacks and apply appropriate tolerancing and GD&T
• Develop assembly and test procedures
• Assemble and test hardware
• Support field testing

Additional responsibilities for higher level positions:

• Collaborate with project leadership with the conceptual design of complex electromechanical systems and subsystems
• Collaborate with engineering staff in developing, defining, and/or deriving requirements to support the design of engineering products

Required skills/experiences include:

• 3D CAD design and engineering drawing development (Siemens NX preferred)
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Perform basic engineering calculations
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• 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

This position will be fully on-site located in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

If filled as Engineering Technologist
- Intermediate Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  None

If filled as Engineering Technologist
- Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree
• No prior relevant work experience required
• 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 Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $56,200.00 - $89,600.00. THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.