Laboratory Engineering Support Specialist
5 days ago
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Support Specialist to join our team at the Pennsylvania State University. The successful candidate will assist with various research activities in the Characterization and Testing Department, supporting the Materials Design and Optimization Division.
Key Responsibilities- Support daily aspects of hardware fabrication and testing in the MDOD research facility
- Report test progress to principal investigators and engineering personnel
- Collaborate with principal investigators daily
- Perform inspections of test articles and document results
- Work with engineers to plan, design, and assemble new test equipment
- Read and interpret mechanical designs drawings for new test specimens and machine parts
- Assist with design and construction of new test equipment
- Troubleshoot malfunctioning test equipment both mechanical and electrical
- Install and use instrumentation such as strain gages, thermocouples, accelerometers, etc.
- Responsible for restocking and procurement of lab supplies
- Assist and support fabrication of complex multiple material components
- Assist other research personnel with their work as needed in a small research team
- Train students and staff on proper operation of laboratory equipment
- Execute and document operating procedures on existing and new hardware
- Supervise and train interns on equipment operations
- 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
- Working knowledge of electrical assembly (wiring, sensors, power connections)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with the ability and willingness to learn new computer programs
- Ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others in order to provide understanding
- 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
- Prior experience in process development, design of experiments, and materials processing
- Experience supporting legacy equipment
The Pennsylvania State University offers a competitive salary range, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and believe that this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC).
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact us.
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