Engineering Technologist

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Freeport
Jun 02, 2025
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 seeking a Manufacturing Technology Engineering Technologist to join Manufacturing Engineering Technology team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State, located in Freeport PA. You will join a team of scientists, engineers and technicians performing a wide range of applied research and development projects involving electro-optical, electro-mechanical and electronic manufacturing technology. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You wil: Apply basic knowledge of electro-optical, electronic, mechanical and engineering science principals Collaborate with engineering staff and senior engineering technologists in developing, defining, and/or deriving requirements to support the design of engineering products Independently perform design, development, fabrication, installation tasks for custom electrical, mechanical, and software subsystems Independently research, evaluate, and recommend new engineering products and tooling to support the development of project systems Develop and execute tests, provide results, address issues, and recommend modifications related to electrical, mechanical, or software subsystem based on inference of results Collaborate with other engineers, scientists including faculty at Penn State, DoD laboratories, DoD program offices and related industry technical teams to accomplish project and organizational goals Document your work (including test plans, procedures, reports, and other forms of formal documentation) and present your work to a variety of audiences Required skills and experience includes: A basic understanding of electro-optic, electronics and automation manufacturing technologies and materials Experience with 3D modeling software Ability to develop and modify CNC programming Familiarity with PID control and theory Experience with robotic motion and control Ability to clearly communicate, document, and present results Eligibility for Secret Clearance Travel, up to 30%, will be required/expected to support this position Preferred skills and experience includes: Demonstrated experience with motion control and tool path generation for CNC machine tools. A thorough understanding of electro-optics and electronics manufacturing technologies with the ability to recognize areas of manufacturing need and evaluate potential solutions Hands on experience developing and implementing integrated electro-optics or electronic/mechanical systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills to address technical audiences An active Secret security clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI is highly desirable A degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering technology Work location is at the Electro-Optics & Electronics Division in Freeport, PA. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience Required Certifications: None You must submit a resume to be considered for this position. 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 $61,800.00 - $89,600.00.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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