Lab Coordinator Mechanical Engineering, Penn State Berks

Requirements

• Experience in creating prototypes.
• Certification(s) in Lathe and Mill operation, CAD and CAM are desirable.
• 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.
• MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Required Certifications:
• None
• BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
• Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
• Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• SALARY & BENEFITS
• The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $74,000.00.
• Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
• CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Benefits

Additional Information

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 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 . Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants . POSITION SPECIFICS Penn State Berks is seeking an Engineering Lab Coordinator (mechanical) to support students, faculty, and staff in academic and research activities working with a faculty supervisor. This role involves hands-on guidance, laboratory management, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the engineering program. RESPONSIBLITIES 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.

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