R&D Materials & Devices Engineering Support Specialist

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; Freeport (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University in State College, PA is seeking an Engineering Support Specialist to support R&D efforts in electronic materials processing, characterization, and device fabrication. The role is on-site at ARL and welcomes transitioning military members as ARL is a DoD SkillBridge partner.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, materials and device characterization, various device processing steps, vacuum system setup, furnace operation, equipment

Qualifications

• Background in sample preparation methods (cutting, lapping, polishing).
• Knowledge of materials characterization methods (microscopy, spectroscopy, x-ray diffraction).
• Understanding of laboratory safety practices and PPE.
• Ability to maintain organized and detailed notes; strong documentation habits.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples (cutting, lapping, polishing).
• Characterize materials and devices (microscopy, spectroscopy, XRD, electrical testing).
• Perform device processing steps (lithography, etching, deposition).
• Configure furnaces/reactors and vacuum hardware.
• Run furnaces/reactors and monitor growth/synthesis processes.
• Perform equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Analyze data and communicate results.

Skills

Sample prep

Materials characterization

Lab safety

Documentation

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University in State College, PA is seeking an Engineering Support Specialist to support R&D efforts in electronic materials processing, characterization, and device fabrication. The role is on-site at ARL and welcomes transitioning military members as ARL is a DoD SkillBridge partner.

Responsibilities include sample preparation, materials and device characterization, various device processing steps, vacuum system setup, furnace operation, equipment