Design Engineer

6 days ago


Palo Alto, California, United States The Pennsylvania State University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Design Engineer to join our team at The Pennsylvania State University's Applied Research Laboratory (ARL). The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and testing underwater acoustic transduction systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analyze and design sonar transducers and arrays
  • Design and analyze mechanical packaging concepts
  • Analyze electrical circuits
  • Design fabrication tooling and test beds
  • Create and apply assembly procedures
  • Provide technical leadership and supervision of staff conducting transducer fabrication and testing
  • Develop and present technical and project status reports
  • Perform project management tasks, including schedule and budget development
  • Collaborate with team members and nurture relationships with customers and vendors
Requirements

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant engineering or science field, with a strong background in mechanical or electrical design, technical problem-solving fundamentals, and technical writing. Experience with MATLAB, Excel, PowerPoint, and CAD is also required.

Preferred skills include finite element analysis, experimental test conduct, acoustics, dimensional tolerance stack-up analysis, underwater acoustic transducer/array design and fabrication techniques, and project management.

What We Offer

The ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. The successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

The pay range for this position is $109,000.00 - $191,000.00, depending on experience and qualifications.

About Us

The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) and a leading research and development organization in the fields of underwater acoustic systems, sonar technology, and transduction device development. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and believe that our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.



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