Part-Time Engineering Technologist

Penn State University • University Park, PA

103d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated candidate to fill the role of a Part-Time Engineering Technologist to join the Electronic Materials and Devices Department (EMDD) of the Penn State Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This position will directly support research and development (R&D) efforts in the areas of electronic materials processing, characterization/testing, semiconductor device fabrication, sample preparation, polishing, and/or materials growth/synthesis. EMDD is a vertically integrated lab with key areas of focus including wide/ultrawide bandgap (WBG/UWBG) semiconductors, sensors, ceramics, laser processing, and additive manufacturing (AM).

Requirements

• Minimally requires a Bachelor's Degree in an engineering, science, or technology program
• Background knowledge of sample preparation methods
• Knowledge of materials characterization methods
• Understanding of laboratory safety practices, including PPE, chemical handling, waste disposal, etc.
• Ability to maintain organized and detailed notes
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced team environment

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience using materials characterization tools
• Basic knowledge of vacuum systems/hardware
• Basic knowledge of semiconductor materials and devices
• Experience using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples
• Perform Chemical-mechanical polishing (CMP)
• Perform Materials characterization, including microscopy, spectroscopy, and x-ray diffraction
• Perform Electrical characterization and device testing
• Analyze data and report results
• Research new sample preparation and characterization methods
• Configure furnaces/reactors and hardware for vacuum systems
• Run furnaces/reactors and monitoring materials growth/synthesis processes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree