R&D Materials & Electrical Engineering Technician

The Pennsylvania State University; Freeport (PA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 81,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Pennsylvania is seeking an Engineering Support Specialist to support research in materials processing and semiconductor device fabrication. The ideal candidate will perform a range of responsibilities including materials characterization and data analysis. An associate degree and relevant experience are required. This full-time position is on-site in State College or Freeport, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Background knowledge of sample preparation methods required.
• Experience using materials characterization tools is preferred.
• Good communication skills essential for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Characterizing materials and devices using various techniques.
• Configuring and running furnaces/reactors for material synthesis.
• Analyzing data and communicating results effectively.

Skills

Background knowledge of sample preparation methods

Background knowledge of materials characterization methods

Understanding of laboratory safety practices

Ability to maintain organized and detailed notes

Experience using Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint

Good communication skills

Willingness to work in a fast-paced team environment

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Job description

A leading educational institution in Pennsylvania is seeking an Engineering Support Specialist to support research in materials processing and semiconductor device fabrication. The ideal candidate will perform a range of responsibilities including materials characterization and data analysis. An associate degree and relevant experience are required. This full-time position is on-site in State College or Freeport, offering a competitive salary and benefits.