Mechanical Engineering Designer

Penn State University • University Park, PA

135d • $56,200 - $89,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are searching for a Mechanical Engineering Designer 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 moderately complex level abilities relative to concepts, practices, and procedures of Drafting and 3-D Modeling.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• Siemens NX CAD experience
• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter PLM tool
• Certification or familiarization with ASME Y14.5
• Experience in 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Generous 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
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree