Mechanical Engineering Designer

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POSITION SPECIFICS​

We are searching for Mechanical Engineering Designers to join our Mechanical and Electrical Design Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University.  ARL’s 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.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

 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 intermediate 3D solid models for fabricated parts, assemblies, and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) parts

• Create 2D detail drawings for 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 .x_t), and database entry

• Utilize ARL’s 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

• Siemens Teamcenter PLM tool

• Certification or familiarity with ASME Y14.5

• Microsoft Office and Adobe products

• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required

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

If filled as Engineering Designer - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:
Associate Degree
2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications:
None

If filled as Engineering Designer - Professional, this position requires:
Associate Degree
No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.
Required Certifications:
None

 

ARL’s 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 www.arl.psu.edu.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

 

All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation.  You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.  Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

 

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $74,000.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

 

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

 

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In 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.

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