Research Engineer - Advanced (physics Department)

Penn State University

State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Hybrid (not explicitly specified, but suggests a combination of onsite and collaborative work based on lab management and project collaboration)
Design printed circuit boards (pcbs)
Test electronic hardware with oscilloscopes
Manage engineering staff and lab operations
Penn State University is seeking a Research Engineer - Advanced in the Departments of Astronomy and Astrophysics and Physics to lead engineering staff in the development of electronics for various physics projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with a focus on custom circuit boards and electronics systems

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will lead engineering staff in developing custom circuit boards and electronics systems for high-energy astrophysics projects.
  • This position offers a competitive salary range of $86,300.00 to $129,500.00 along with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Employees enjoy robust retirement plans and a generous 75% tuition discount available to eligible spouses and children.

Matching Summary

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Penn State University is seeking a Research Engineer - Advanced in the Departments of Astronomy and Astrophysics and Physics to lead engineering staff in the development of electronics for various physics projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with a focus on custom circuit boards and electronics systems.

Salary

Base: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Design Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
  • Test electronic hardware with oscilloscopes
  • Manage engineering staff and lab operations
  • Install and deploy hardware and firmware systems
  • Collaborate on satellite and balloon observatory projects

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Altium Designer software
  • HDL programming and microcontroller skills
  • Familiarity with i2c and SPI communication protocols

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science
  • 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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