Mechanical Engineer

We are searching for a Mechanical Engineer to join the Energy Science and Power System Division at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. 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).

Position specifics:

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of novel energy system prototypes to support ARL, Navy and DoD needs.

• Design and analyze mechanical, fluid-flow, and heat transfer components for thermal power plants and other energy conversion systems.
• Assist with component and subsystem test planning, test execution, and test documentation.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or a similar discipline.
• Experience with material selection, structural design, gears, bearings, pumping elements, heat exchangers, fluid delivery systems, thermal cycles and combustion—highly desired.
• Ability to clearly express ideas in writing and to others.
• Past success in providing ideas in written form for clear comprehension to an audience.

• Proficiency with solid-modeling CAD software (Unigraphics/Siemens NX preferred).
• Knowledge of standard drafting practices including geometric tolerances.

Working location: fully on-site, State College, PA.

Research and Development Engineer – Intermediate Professional:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science + 2+ years of relevant experience (no required certifications). Research and Development Engineer – Professional:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science (no required certifications). All positions require U.S. citizenship and background checks; some positions may require obtaining a government security clearance.

Successful completion of background checks and a pre-employment drug screen is required. Some positions may involve obtaining a government security clearance.

Salary range: $76,700.00 - $ (may be impacted by geographic differential). Penn State offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

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 .

Current Penn State employees (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) must apply internally via Workday. Current Penn State students (who are not employed previously at the university) must use the student application process on Workday. External applicants may click “Apply” and complete the application process here.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Research
• Industries:
  Government Administration

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