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Pennsylvania State University Process Research and Development Engineer in University Park, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
We are searching for a motivated and talented Process Engineer to join our Product and Process Design Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL/Penn State's purpose is to develop innovative solutions to challenging national problems in support of the Navy, DoD, and Intel communities engineering and technology needs. This position will research, design, and develop innovative solutions for challenging engineering and technology problems. We are looking for individuals that can understand complex and/or ill-defined systems, develop action plans to resolve questions about those systems, and deliver concrete findings to stakeholders.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
Responsibilities of this position include:
Design and fabrication of complex mechanical systems using advanced engineering and manufacturing methods to include additive manufacturing of polymers and metals. Design methods will include implicit equation-based design modeling.
Perform design of experiments, design optimization and design space exploration of advanced structures
Analysis of materials and as fabricated material properties
Develop modeling and simulation environments for DOD and industry sponsors using various engineering software applications (e.g., Matlab, Simulink, Mathematica, Python, Excel) using sound scientific theories and engineering principles
Work with a diverse engineering team to capture design rules in areas such as structures design, power and energy, and hydrodynamics and fluid dynamics, and construct system level models that capture their interactions and calculate system level properties.
Co-author papers and proposals, prepare reports, manage projects, interact with sponsors, and manage small projects related to materials and advanced design methods.
Interact in a collaborative manner with other team members, engineers, and scientists.
Requirements for this position include:
BS in Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent Science discipline
Demonstrated ability in design using CAD tools and other digital engineering principles
Demonstrated ability to program engineering and scientific applications using multiple languages e.g., (Java, C++, Matlab, Python)
Interest in materials, materials science, and analysis
Willingness to concurrently work multiple projects (usually 2-5)
Demonstrated ability to work closely with small teams to meet challenging design and program objectives
Be inquisitive, proactive, and interested in learning new tools, techniques, and problem domains
This job will be filled at multiple levels, depending upon the successful candidate's education, and experience. Minimally requires a bachelors' degree in an Engineering or Science discipline plus two years' related experience. Additional education and/or experience required for higher level positions.
ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.
You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$86,300.00 - $164,000.00
Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/comp-modernization) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.
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