Materials Research and Development Engineer

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POSITION SPECIFICS

The Electronic Materials and Devices Department (EMDD) of the Penn State Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking a motivated candidate to fill the role of a Materials Research and Development Engineer. This position will directly support research and development efforts in 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 semiconductors, sensors, ceramics, laser processing, and additive manufacturing.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES (HIGHER LEVEL)

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

PREFERRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

SECURITY CLEARANCE PREFERENCE

LOCATION

Your working location will be fully on-site in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

For the Research Engineer - Intermediate Professional track : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science and 1+ years of relevant experience. No required certifications. For the Research and Development Engineer - Professional track : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science and no prior relevant work experience required. No required certifications.

ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the DoD, and the Intel Community.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS / CLEARANCES

Employment with the University requires successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. All positions at ARL require the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with ARL also requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $68,200.00 - $115,100.00, including all possible grades. The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.

Salary Structure Information on Penn State's salary structure.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses / children. For more detail, visit the Benefits Page.

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