Penn State
Materials Science
ResearchandDevelopmentEngineer
“Research and Development Engineer at Penn State. Skills: Research and Development, Materials Science, Manufacturing. Design additively manufactured components. Operate advanced manufacturing equipment”
Industry & Context.
Solve engineering challenges
U.S. citizen, Obtain government security clearance, Pre-employment drug screen
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, Basic knowledge of the scientific method, Basic proficiency in using hand tools, Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Ability to maintain organized notes, Ability to maintain detailed notes, Ability to work effectively as part of a project team, Willingness to learn new tools, Willingness to learn new techniques, Willingness to learn new technologies, Willingness to adapt to new tools, Willingness to adapt to new techniques, Willingness to adapt to new technologies, Basic understanding of safety protocols
Nice to Have
Familiarity with CAD software, Familiarity with simulation tools
What You'll Do.
Design additively manufactured components
Operate advanced manufacturing equipment
Setup experimental designs
Execute experimental designs
Test components under simulated conditions
Test devices under simulated conditions
Collect experimental results
Analyze experimental results
Report experimental results
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Solve engineering challenges
Research emerging technologies
Document emerging technologies
Maintain laboratory equipment
Calibrate laboratory equipment
Participate in technical presentations
Participate in technical discussions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Multidisciplinary teams
Communication Scope
Technical presentations
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