Lab Coordinator Mechanical Engineering, Penn State Berks

Penn State University • Berks, NE

7d • $51,000 - $74,000

About The Position

Penn State Berks is seeking an Engineering Lab Coordinator (mechanical) to support students, faculty, and staff in academic and research activities working with a faculty supervisor. This role involves hands-on guidance, laboratory management, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the engineering program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Proficiency in setting up, operating, and programming CNC and manual machining equipment, including lathes, mills, drill presses, welding tools, laser cutters, and sheet metal fabrication tools.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in creating prototypes.
• Certification(s) in Lathe and Mill operation, CAD and CAM are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support academic activities by assisting students during laboratory sessions, fieldwork, academic and research projects; evaluate project feasibility; schedule and prepare labs with faculty; provide class coverage and exam proctoring.
• Ensure lab safety, security, and operational efficiency; develop and enforce procedures in alignment with Penn State policies and General Manufacturing Practices.
• Act as the laboratory safety officer; maintain compliance with safety regulations; coordinate with university compliance officers; manage calibration and maintenance of equipment; maintain documentation.
• Oversee the operation of manufacturing equipment in instructional and research labs; provide technical support to faculty, students, and technicians.
• Collaborate with industry partners and Penn State Berks stakeholders to support the development of engineering programs and initiatives.
• Assist faculty and researchers with experiments; recommend and specify equipment and supplies; conduct cost comparisons for procurement.
• Manage lab inventory, purchasing, maintenance, and vendor relations; ensure competitive pricing and accurate recordkeeping.
• Maintain documentation including reports, logbooks, test procedures, and policy records.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
• 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level