Mechanical Engineering Designer

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University seeks an Engineering Designer, Mechanical to provide mechanical design support for research programs on a fully on-site basis in State College, PA, with possible hybrid options based on project needs. You will create 3D models and 2D drawings, manage BOMs, and participate in design reviews.

Responsibilities include utilizing Teamcenter for documentation, maintaining compliance training, and advancing knowledge of ASME Y14.5 standards while

Qualifications

• Associate Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination.
• For ARL pathways, 4+ years of relevant experience may be considered for Advanced Professional.
• Background checks and university policies apply; U.S. citizenship or eligibility may be required for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical design support for research engineering programs.
• Create intermediate 3D solid models for parts, assemblies, and COTS items.
• Create 2D detail drawings and BOMs for fabrication.
• Resolve design, material, and component issues.
• Perform Service Center tasks including documentation control and archiving (.stp, .x_t).
• Provide work status updates to senior staff and engineers; participate in reviews.
• Use Teamcenter for configuration management and archival of documentation.
• Maintain required compliance training related to business systems, safety, and security.
• Keep up to date with design software features and ASME Y14.5 standards.

Skills

Mechanical systems and components

Layout and design process

2D detail drawings

3D parametric solid models

ASME Y14.5 familiarity

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

Siemens NX CAD

Siemens Teamcenter PLM

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA, but options may exist for project-dependent ability of hybrid work. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

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

You Will:

• Provide mechanical design support for research engineering programs, collaborating closely with R&D Engineers and Engineering Support teams
• Create intermediate 3D solid models for fabricated parts, assemblies, and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) parts following accepted standards, methods, and techniques
• Create 2D detail drawings and schematic/bills of material (BOM) documents for intermediate fabrication of parts/assemblies using accepted standards, methods, and techniques
• Resolve issues related to design, material, and components
• Perform Service Center functions including documentation control, copying, archiving (.stp and .x_t), and database entry
• Provide work status updates to senior staff and engineers; participate in meetings and design reviews
• Utilize ARL’s Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) software (Teamcenter) to perform configuration management and archive all design documentation
• Keep up to date on all required compliance training related to business systems, safety, and security
• Build and strengthen your knowledge of design software features, techniques, standards, and specifications (particularly American Society of Mechanical Engineers/ASME Y14.5)

Required skills/experience areas include:

• Mechanical systems and components
• Layout and design process, using CAD software for component creation
• Creation of 2D detail drawings for fabrication parts and assemblies
• Creation of 3D parametric solid models which are fully constrained

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

• Siemens NX CAD
• Siemens Teamcenter PLM tool
• Certified in or familiar with ASME Y14.5
• Microsoft Office, including Adobe
• 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 Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

If filled as Engineering Designer, Mechanical (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted. Required Certifications: None.

If filled as Engineering Designer, Mechanical (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree 4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted. Required Certifications: None.

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

Salary & Benefits

• The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $68,604.00 - $113,100.00.
• 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.

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.