R&D Engineering Intern

Penn State University; University (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A leading research university in Florida seeks a motivated graduate student for research in metal additive manufacturing. Responsibilities include supporting machine programming, conducting metallurgical tests, and analyzing data for publications. A background in engineering, materials science, or applied physics is required, along with experience in relevant tools. U.S. citizenship is mandatory for application.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
• Experience with clay and metal additive manufacturing is preferred.
• Ability to conduct metallurgical characterization and mechanical testing.

Responsibilities

• Support machine programming and processing via directed energy deposition AM.
• Assist with coordination and execution of metallurgical characterization.
• Design experiments and analyze results for academic publications.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

Scientific programming

LabVIEW

Materials science

Education

Graduate student in engineering, materials science, or applied physics

Job description

# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Center for Innovative Material Processing through Direct Digital Deposition (CIMP-3D) of the Applied Research Laboratory, **a** national leader in metal Additive Manufacturing (AM), is seeking a highly motivated and creative graduate student to support fundamental and applied research related to the development and application of metal additive manufacturing.Typical duties include:Supporting machine programming and processing via directed energy deposition AM (including robot), powder bed fusion AM, and hybrid AM + 5 axis machining. Assisting CIMP-3D faculty and staff with coordination and/or execution of metallurgical characterization and mechanical testing of AM test coupons, data analysis and reporting. Designing experiments, planning AM builds, analyzing and documenting results in reports and/or academic publications. Supporting activities related to sensing and control and analysis of additive manufacturing process monitoring to accelerate product qualification (hardware selection, sensor integration, computer programming for data acquisition and data analysis, operation of process AM simulation tools).Students studying engineering, materials, science, or applied physics are encouraged to apply. Experience with additive manufacturing, scientific programming, LabVIEW, and/or material science is desired.The successful candidate will work up to 20 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 40Candidate selected may be subject to a government security investigation. **You must be a U.S. citizen to apply**. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre- employment drug screen. **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 to possess 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. **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 . **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.## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.