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Penn State University · 2 months ago

Lab Coordinator Mechanical Engineering

Penn, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$51K/yr - $74K/yr

1+ years exp

Penn State University is seeking an Engineering Lab Coordinator for their Berks campus to support students, faculty, and staff in academic and research activities. The role involves laboratory management, ensuring safety and compliance, and providing technical support for engineering programs.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support academic activities by assisting students during laboratory sessions, fieldwork, academic and research projects; evaluate project feasibility; schedule and prepare labs with faculty; provide class coverage and exam proctoring

Ensure lab safety, security, and operational efficiency; develop and enforce procedures in alignment with Penn State policies and General Manufacturing Practices

Act as the laboratory safety officer; maintain compliance with safety regulations; coordinate with university compliance officers; manage calibration and maintenance of equipment; maintain documentation

Oversee the operation of manufacturing equipment in instructional and research labs; provide technical support to faculty, students, and technicians

Collaborate with industry partners and Penn State Berks stakeholders to support the development of engineering programs and initiatives

Assist faculty and researchers with experiments; recommend and specify equipment and supplies; conduct cost comparisons for procurement

Manage lab inventory, purchasing, maintenance, and vendor relations; ensure competitive pricing and accurate recordkeeping

Maintain documentation including reports, logbooks, test procedures, and policy records

Qualification

CNC machiningLathe operationMill operationPrototype creationCADCAM certificationLaboratory managementSafety complianceTechnical supportVendor relations

Required

Experience in a machine shop and/or tool room and die making with Associate's degree with 5 years of experience in a machine shop or tool room and die making OR bachelor's Degree with at least 1 year of experience in a machine shop or tool and die making

Experience in creating prototypes

Proficiency in setting up, operating, and programming CNC and manual machining equipment, including lathes, mills, drill presses, welding tools, laser cutters, and sheet metal fabrication tools

Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted