Manufacturing Systems Lab Technician: Machining & Robotics

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Substantial paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a full-time Technician A for the Manufacturing Systems Lab in University Park. The successful candidate will assist in student lab exercises, train faculty and staff, and maintain equipment across several laboratories.

Essential qualifications include a high school diploma plus a 2-year technical education or equivalent, along with 3-4 years of relevant experience. A competitive benefits package, including a 75% tuition discount, is offered.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a complete accredited apprenticeship.
• Requires 3 to 4 years of effective experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operation of student laboratory exercises.
• Train faculty and graduate assistants for instruction.
• Maintain operation of multiple laboratories and perform duties as machinist.

Skills

Advanced shop mathematics

Machining

Welding

Metal casting

Computer programming

Education

High school diploma plus a 2-year technical college education or equivalent

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Induction furnace

Computer-controlled equipment

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a full-time Technician A for the Manufacturing Systems Lab in University Park. The successful candidate will assist in student lab exercises, train faculty and staff, and maintain equipment across several laboratories.

Essential qualifications include a high school diploma plus a 2-year technical education or equivalent, along with 3-4 years of relevant experience. A competitive benefits package, including a 75% tuition discount, is offered.