Materials Design and Optimization Laboratory Engineer

4 weeks ago


State College, Pennsylvania, United States Applied Research Laboratory at the Penn State University Full time
Job Title: Engineering Support Specialist for Materials Research

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Support Specialist to join our team at the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University. As a key member of our Characterization and Testing Department, you will play a critical role in supporting various research activities within the Materials Design and Optimization Division.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support and perform daily aspects of hardware fabrication and testing in our research facility
  • Report test progress to principal investigators and other engineering personnel
  • Collaborate with principal investigators daily to ensure successful project outcomes
  • Read and interpret mechanical designs drawings for new test specimens and machine parts
  • Assist with design and construction of new test equipment
  • Install and use instrumentation such as strain gages, thermocouples, accelerometers, etc.
  • Responsible for restocking and procurement of lab supplies
  • Train students and staff on proper operation of laboratory equipment
  • Supervise and train interns on equipment operations
Requirements:
  • Associate's Degree in a technical program plus four years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience with engineering drawings, both mechanical and electrical
  • Operation of various shop and hand tools, precision measurements, drawing interpretation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office with the ability and willingness to learn new computer programs
Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • Manage and assign tasking and support all support staff levels
  • Provide and manage preventive maintenance and test planning schedules
  • Working knowledge of materials and structures, especially polymer resins and adhesives
  • Operation and training of advanced equipment ranging from optical microscopy to programmable furnaces to long-term monitoring of test equipment
Work Location:

University Park, PA. Fully On-site.

About ARL at Penn State:

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.



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