R&D Engineering Intern (Metal Additive Manufacturing)

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; University Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading research laboratory is seeking a highly motivated graduate student to support research in metal additive manufacturing. The role involves machine programming, testing coordination, and experimental design. Ideal candidates are studying engineering or materials science and have experience in additive manufacturing and programming. The position offers flexible hours with a maximum of 20 hours/week during fall/spring and 40 hours/week in summer. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Supporting machine programming and processing via directed energy deposition AM.
• Assisting with coordination and execution of metallurgical characterization and mechanical testing.
• Designing experiments and planning AM builds.
• Supporting activities related to sensing and control and process monitoring.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

Scientific programming

LabVIEW

Material science

Education

Engineering, materials science, or applied physics

Job description

A leading research laboratory is seeking a highly motivated graduate student to support research in metal additive manufacturing. The role involves machine programming, testing coordination, and experimental design. Ideal candidates are studying engineering or materials science and have experience in additive manufacturing and programming. The position offers flexible hours with a maximum of 20 hours/week during fall/spring and 40 hours/week in summer. U.S. citizenship is required.