Research and Design Engineer

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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.JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:We are searching for a Research and Design Engineer (Professional - Intermediate Professional) to join the Energy Science and Power System Division 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). This position will assist in the design, development, and testing of novel energy system prototypes to support ARL, Navy and DoD needsARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.You will:Design and analyze mechanical, fluid-flow, and heat transfer components for thermal power plants and other energy conversion systems.Assist with component and subsystem test planning, test execution, and test documentation.This position can be filled at multiple levels.Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related discipline; 2+ years related experience. Additional experience and/or education are required for higher level positions.Required skills/experience areas include:A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or similar engineering disciplineExperience with one or more of the following is highly desired: material selection, structural design, gears, bearings, pumping elements, heat exchangers, fluid delivery systems, thermal cycles and combustionPossess the ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others in order to provide understandingPast success in providing ideas in written form for clear comprehension to an audience.Must be eligible to obtain a security clearance for access to classified information and be subject to a government background investigationPreferred skills/experience areas include:Proficiency with solid-modeling CAD software (Unigraphics/Seimens NX preferred)Knowledge of standard drafting practices including geometric tolerancesYour working location will be fully on-site, located in State College, PA.ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part ofour workforce.FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$76,700.00 - $129,500.00Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.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.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWFederal Contractors Labor Law Poster

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