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Mechanical Engineering Technologist

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Apr 08, 2026
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS We are searching for a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our Specialized Hardware and Rapid Prototyping Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University.In this role, you will support research and development engineers in project execution via design, fabrication, documentation, and test activities. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Collaborate with engineering staff and senior engineering technologists in developing, defining, and/or deriving requirements to support the design of engineering products Perform design, development, fabrication, installation, and use of custom electrical, mechanical, and software subsystems Utilize computer-aided design software to develop electrical, mechanical, and/or software products Conduct tests, provide results, address issues, and recommend modifications related to electrical, mechanical, or software subsystems Additional responsibilities for higher level position include: Collaborate with project leadership on the conceptual design of complex electromechanical systems and subsystems Guide and provide input for technical work activities performed by engineering support staff and/or less experienced engineering technologists Research, evaluate, and recommend new engineering products and tooling to support the development of project systems Prepare test plans, procedures, reports, and other forms of formal documentation Develop specialized electrical, mechanical, and/or software tools to support testing of complex electromechanical systems Collaborate with other research and enterprise offices at ARL to accomplish all phases of project development Within a mechanical engineering discipline, maintain an up-to-date knowledge and work towards developing an advanced knowledge of design and analysis tools, test and measurement equipment, languages, and available products and services Required skills/experience areas include: Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project, with the ability and willingness to learn new computer programs Modeling software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, etc.) Advanced manufacturing skills, 3D printing, CNC operation, CNC programming, Laser cutting DFMEA/PFMEA Operation of various shop and hand tools, precision measurements, and drawing interpretation Mechanical assembly Working in government shipyards, including an understanding of various codes and shop workflows Maintenance and repair of various naval vessels Preferred skills/experience areas include: Familiarity with engineering drawings (both mechanical and electrical) using a computer-aided design (CAD) program Prior purchasing and reconciliation experience for Department of Defense Chemical management and Hazmat experience 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 Your working location will be fully on-site between multiple locations in the State College area. This position will require periodic travel (approximately 20%) to remote locations in support of testing as part of a small team of researchers, engineers, and technologists. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS If filled as Engineering Technologist - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Engineering Technologist - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted 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 topossess 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 $68,200.00 - $115,100.00.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. 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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