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Engineering Technologist Supervisor

Penn State University

University Park (TX)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 116,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A leading university seeks an experienced Electrical Engineering Technologist Supervisor to join the Mechanical and Electrical Design and Drafting team at the Applied Research Laboratory. The successful candidate will supervise team members, facilitate electrical design support, and ensure compliance with project deliverables, among other responsibilities. This role requires a strong candidate with a Bachelor's degree and relevant supervisory experience, offering a competitive salary within a dynamic academic environment in Texas.

Benefits

75% tuition discount for employees and eligible families
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans and paid time off

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 3+ years relevant experience for Supervisor role.
  • Bachelor's degree with 6+ years relevant experience for Senior Supervisor role.
  • Eligible for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise, guide, and coach team members.
  • Facilitate electrical design support with R&D engineers.
  • Lead creation of schematics and documentation.

Skills

Experience in ECAD software
Leadership or supervisory experience
Knowledge of printed wiring board construction
Past success with project deliverables

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Altium ECAD software
Siemens Teamcenter PLM software
Microsoft Office Product Suite

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for an experienced Electrical Engineering Technologist Supervisor to join our Mechanical and Electrical Design and Drafting (MEDD) team at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State . ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).The MEDD Service Center works in collaboration with the ARL Research Offices to create CAD based Mechanical & Electrical Designs including drawing compliance and design configuration management support.

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

You will:

  • Supervise, guide, and coach team members, offering insight on work responsibilities and performance evaluations

  • Facilitate electrical (ECAD) design support through collaboration with R&D engineers and Engineering Support Specialists

  • Lead the creation of schematics, printed wiring boards, circuit card assemblies, bills of materials, and other documentation using accepted methods and techniques

  • Utilize ARL’s Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) software (Teamcenter) to properly archive and perform configuration management of all design documentation

  • Facilitate work intake, estimation, and execution and report to senior management as requested

  • Participate and occasionally lead meetings and design reviews

  • Maintain all required compliance training related to business systems, safety, and security

Required skills/experience areas include:

  • Experience in ECAD software to develop schematics, printed wiring boards, circuit card assemblies, library parts, and bill of materials

  • Past success in leading or supervising teams

  • Working knowledge of printed wiring board construction, fabrication, and assembly

  • Past success with project deliverables and team tracking

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

  • Altium ECAD software

  • Siemens Teamcenter PLM software

  • Microsoft Office Product Suite – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio

  • Significant knowledge of electrical systems such as power electronics, analog, digital, RF, and EMI

  • IPC CID and / or CID+ certification, or general knowledge of IPC standards

  • 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

Your working location is required to be 100% on-site, located in State College, Pennsylvania. Options may exist for a hybrid work from office and work from home scenario dependent upon research requirements. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Engineering Technologist - Senior Supervisor, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Engineering Technologist - Supervisor, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. All positions at ARL require candidates topossess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $68,200.00 - $115,100.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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