Staff will work with entrepreneurs, inventors, industry, professors, teachers, and other students on product development projects ranging from simple mechanical inventions to complex prototypes
Job Summary
Staff will work with entrepreneurs, inventors, industry, professors, teachers, and other students on product development projects ranging from simple mechanical inventions to complex prototypes.
The Meehl Innovation Commons functions as a free service for the Erie region, requiring workers to represent the university and its values well in every setting.
Candidates must possess broad engineering skills in electrical, mechanical, or plastics fields and be able to work independently while maintaining a team-oriented work ethic.
Matching Summary
Staff will work with entrepreneurs, inventors, industry, professors, teachers, and other students on product development projects ranging from simple mechanical inventions to complex prototypes.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Electrical engineering experience
Mechanical engineering experience
Plastics engineering experience
CAD work proficiency
3D printing operation skills
Machine build capabilities
Nice-to-have
Independent self-managed worker
Team-oriented work ethic
Ability to learn with minimal assistance
Willingness for occasional travel
Presentation and tutorial skills
Key Requirements
Current Penn State employee or student status preferred
External applicants require resume and interview
References are highly valued
Successful completion of background check required