Mechanical Engineering Technologist — Additive Manufacturing Prototyping

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to support ARL research and development at State College, PA. This role focuses on new materials, materials systems, and advanced fabrication/testing methods across ceramics, metals, and composites.

Responsibilities include coordinating lab and field activities, integrating mechanical, electrical, and computer systems, and contributing to technical documentation and proposals. On-site with potential travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Experience with mechanical design, fabrication, and test processes.
• Experience in an industrial environment with diverse materials.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute technical projects with faculty and staff.
• Coordinate lab and field activities including testing and fabrication.
• Integrate mechanical systems with electrical/computer systems.
• Contribute to proposals, white papers, and project reports.
• Provide supervision or technical direction to staff if needed.

Skills

Cold Spray

Additive Manufacturing

Robotics

Robot Programming

Machining

Materials testing

Design drawings

CUI/Export control familiarity

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

PowerMill

MasterCAM

GibbsCAM

Robotics programming tools

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to support ARL research and development at State College, PA. This role focuses on new materials, materials systems, and advanced fabrication/testing methods across ceramics, metals, and composites.

Responsibilities include coordinating lab and field activities, integrating mechanical, electrical, and computer systems, and contributing to technical documentation and proposals. On-site with potential travel.