Mechanical Technologist: Additive Manufacturing & Robotics

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) in State College, PA, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to advance material systems and fabrication methods for diverse programs in DoD and federal research. The role involves planning projects, coordinating lab and field activities, and integrating mechanical, electrical, and computer systems into modern manufacturing.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, hands-on lab work, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) and 3+ years relevant experience.
• Experience with mechanical design methods and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to follow test procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute technical projects with faculty and staff.
• Coordinate laboratory and field activities including testing, repair, fabrication, and machining.
• Integrate mechanical, electrical, and computer systems into advanced manufacturing processes.
• Develop technical proposals, white papers, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.

Skills

Cold Spray

Additive Manufacturing

Robotics & Programming

Materials & Testing

CAD/CAM Tools

Machining Basics

Scheduling & Logistics

Mechanical & Electrical Systems

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

PowerMill

MasterCAM

GibbsCAM

Job description

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) in State College, PA, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to advance material systems and fabrication methods for diverse programs in DoD and federal research. The role involves planning projects, coordinating lab and field activities, and integrating mechanical, electrical, and computer systems into modern manufacturing.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, hands-on lab work, and