Engineering Technologist

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University in State College, PA is seeking an Engineering Technologist to support the EF&TS Department. You will assist in designing electromechanical and software systems, derive requirements, and develop testing tools.

Responsibilities include using CAD, conducting tests, documenting results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives in a hands-on environment. Some travel to remote sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 0–5 years relevant work experience.
• Experience with electronics/electromechanical systems is essential.
• Ability to operate electronic test equipment and assemble/test circuitry.
• Strong written and verbal communication, and ability to document results.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and implementation of electromechanical and software systems.
• Help derive requirements and support development of tools for testing complex systems.
• Develop electrical, mechanical, and software testing tools.
• Use CAD software to aid development of systems.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet objectives.
• Conduct tests and document results with conclusions and recommended changes.
• Support field and lab projects and evaluate new engineering tools.
• Work with design/analysis tools and test equipment.

Skills

Electronics & electro-mechanics

Electrical test equipment operation

Communication skills

Test plan writing

Problem solving

Basic computer usage

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CAD software

Test & measurement equipment

Job description

We are searching for an Engineering Technologist to join our Electronic Fabrication and Test Systems (EF&TS) Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. The mission for the EFTS Department is to support and contribute to cutting edge technologies and test systems through all design phases to implementation. In this role, you’ll work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative, reliable solutions that support ARL’s mission and strengthen the systems our customers depend on.

Your working location will be fully on-site in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This role requires periodic travel to remote locations.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

• Assist in the design and implementation of cutting edge electromechanical and software systems
• Assist in developing, defining and deriving requirements to support the design of electromechanical products
• Assist in developing electrical, mechanical, and software tools to support testing of complex electromechanical systems
• Utilize computer aided design software to assist with the development of electrical, mechanical, and software systems
• Collaborate with a project team and a broad range of interoffice organizations to meet project objectives
• Conduct tests on electrical, mechanical, or software subsystems. Document results with conclusions and recommend design modifications.
• Support and drive projects in the laboratory and the field
• Propose or evaluate new engineering tools to aid in testing or development
• Work with design & analysis tools, and test and measurement equipment

Required :

• Electronics and/or electro-mechanics
• Operating electronic test equipment, and the ability to assemble and test electronic circuitry
• Effective communication skills for internal audiences
• Past success in writing test plans and reports
• Ability and willingness to perform basic computer tasks or learn computer programs
• Demonstrated ability to work through a difficult problem, using proper steps to define and formulate ideas to reach a solution
• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required

Minimum Requirement: Bachelor's Degree and 0-5 years relevant work experience