Mechanical Engineering Support Specialist

6 days ago

Palo Alto, California, United States Penn State University Talent Acquisition Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineering Support Specialist to join our team at Penn State University. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a wide range of tasks, including assembly operations, fabrication of facility and test equipment, and design and layout of standard facility and test equipment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform assembly operations and fabrication of facility and test equipment
  • Provide input to and perform design and layout of standard facility and test equipment as directed
  • Inspect, test, and calibrate parts and equipment as directed
  • Evaluate the selection of materials, and components based on operational and performance specifications
  • Assess and identify system faults, and adjust and repair as directed
  • Assist senior technical/engineering staff in gathering, compiling, and archiving test data in the laboratory or in the field
  • May work as part of a test project support team, including selected task leadership roles, in the laboratory, or in the field
Requirements
  • Highly capable in complex electro-mechanical component, sub-system and system assembly, disassembly, inspection, testing, design, and troubleshooting
  • Skilled in the operation of various machine shop tools, such as Bridgeport Milling machine and horizontal lathe as well as various hand tools and precision measuring equipment
  • Demonstrate the ability to interpret engineering drawings and adherence to detailed mechanical assembly procedures
  • Background or familiarity with pneumatics, electrical systems, and hydraulics
  • Very high attention to detail
  • Proficient writing skills to prepare test procedures and reports
  • Microsoft Office, with the ability and willingness to perform basic computer tasks or learn computer programs
  • Ability to attain and hold a Secret level DOD security clearance
Working Conditions

This position will require periodic travel to remote locations in support of testing as part of a small team of researchers, engineers, and technologists.

ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.

You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC).

We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.

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