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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Steady Thermal Aero Research Turbine (START) Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University seeks to hire a qualified Research Engineer to assist in all aspects of the daily operations of a complex research facility. The focus areas for START are on increasing turbine efficiencies through improved turbine airfoil cooling, improved seals between rotating and stationary parts, and through the use and testing of additive manufactured components.

Through strong support from Penn State, a major gas turbine manufacturer, and federal government agencies, the Department of Mechanical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University created a unique facility that houses two 1,500 horsepower compressors and numerous other complex systems required for turbine testing. Information on the START Lab can be found at: https://sites.psu.edu/turbine/start-facilities/ . In addition, over the next three years, the START Lab is embarking on a major facility upgrade (https://sites.psu.edu/turbine/2023/03/22/26m-start-lab-expansion-to-advance-sustainable-power-and-propulsion/) to include a second test turbine, known as START+.

Duties for this position include:

• Managing industry and federal multi-year projects, including facility upgrades.

• Interacting with both sponsors and vendors as to the status of the projects.

• Procuring supplies and equipment.

• Managing outsourcing of both labor and equipment.

• Preparing detailed budget and schedule information.

• Providing support with regards to the fabrication of research hardware and maintenance of measurement equipment, which requires the ability to work in a diverse environment with students and research sponsors through strong teamwork.

Requirements and Qualifications:

This position will be filled at the Advanced Professional or Senior Professional level, depending on the successful candidate's experience and education. The Advanced Professional level requires a b achelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline and 3 years of relevant experience. Additional experience is required for a higher level position.

Required skills include excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as project management tools.

Additional Information:

Apply to REQ_0000056425 Research Engineer in Mechanical Engineering at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Research-Engineer-in-Mechanical-Engineering_REQ_0000056425 .

This is a limited-term appointment , funded for 3 years from date of hire, with an excellent possibility of renewal. This position’s working location is fully on-site.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$86,300.00 - $164,000.00

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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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