Engineering Technologist, Mechanical (ARL)

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POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our Mechanical and Electrical Design Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARLs purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific engineering and technology problems in support of the Navy the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intel Community (IC). In this role you will utilize skill sets consisting of intermediate level abilities relative to concepts practices and procedures of Drafting and 3-D Modeling.

You will:

• Assist research engineering programs needing mechanical design support through collaboration with R&D engineers and engineering support specialists

• Participate in meetings and design reviews

• Collaborate to address design material and component needs; assist in the resolution of issues

• Use accepted standards methods and techniques to create basic to intermediate 3D solid models for fabricated parts assemblies and Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) parts

• Create 2D detail drawings for basic to intermediate fabrication parts/assemblies using accepted standards methods and techniques; may also create schematic/bills of material (BOM) documents

• Perform Service Center tasks related to documentation control copying archiving (.stp and .xt) and database entry

• Utilize ARLs Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) software (Teamcenter) to properly archive and perform configuration management of all design documentation

• Maintain all required compliance training related to business systems safety and security

• Build on your knowledge of design software features techniques standards and specifications (particularly ASME Y 14.5)

• Provide work status updates to senior personnel and engineering staff

Required skills/experience areas include:

• Familiarity with mechanical systems and components.

• Layout and design using CAD software for component creation.

• Ability to create 2D detail drawings for fabrication parts and assemblies.

• Ability to create 3D parametric solid models which are fully constrained.

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

• Siemens NX CAD experience

• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter PLM tool

• Certification or familiarization with ASME Y14.5

• Experience in Microsoft Office and Adobe products

These positions are required to be 100% on-site but options may exist for a hybrid work from office and work from home scenario dependent upon research requirements. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree No prior relevant work experience required Required Certifications: None

ARLs purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific engineering and technology problems in support of the Navy the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intel Community (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL visit our web site at .

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance participate in the ARL drug testing program and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $68604.00 - $102900.00.

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.

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 here.

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