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Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer Jobs in State College, PA

W. R. Grace & Co.

Mechanical Engineer

Tyrone, PA

$83K - $114K/yr

The Mechanical Engineer - Maintenance is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of mechanical systems and equipment within a chemical Contract Development and ...

W. R. Grace & Co.

Mechanical Engineer

Tyrone, PA

$83K - $114K/yr

The Mechanical Engineer - Maintenance is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of mechanical systems and equipment within a chemical Contract Development and ...

W. R. Grace & Co.

Mechanical Engineer

Tyrone, PA · On-site

$83K - $114K/yr

The Mechanical Engineer - Maintenance is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of mechanical systems and equipment within a chemical Contract Development and ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level r&d mechanical engineer in State College, PA is $32.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.35 and $36.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer vs Mechanical Design Engineer?

AspectEntry Level R&D Mechanical EngineerMechanical Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related fieldBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, development teams, innovation-focused settingsDesign offices, manufacturing facilities, product development teams
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, tech companies, R&D departmentsManufacturers, engineering firms, product companies
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level R&D roles in mechanical engineeringDifferences in design-focused mechanical engineering roles

Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineers focus on developing new technologies and prototypes in research environments, while Mechanical Design Engineers primarily work on designing and improving existing products for manufacturing. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ in daily tasks and work settings.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer job openings in State College, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $67,536 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Mechanical Engineer

W. R. Grace & Co.

Tyrone, PA

$83K - $114K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Annual Wage Range: $83,134.40  - $114,309.80 
Other Compensation:  Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses 
Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer – Maintenance is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of mechanical systems and equipment within a chemical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). This role focuses on maintenance engineering, equipment reliability, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with site and company EHS and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities
  • Provide mechanical engineering support for maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability of process and utility equipment.
  • Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to improve equipment uptime and lifecycle performance.
  • Diagnose mechanical failures, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Develop, review, and maintain maintenance procedures, job plans, and standard work instructions.
  • Support capital and expense projects related to equipment upgrades, replacements, and reliability improvements.
  • Review and approve mechanical drawings, specifications, vendor documentation, and change requests.
  • Support installation, commissioning, startup, and qualification of mechanical equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable mechanical codes and standards (e.g., ASME, ANSI, API, OSHA).
  • Participate in Management of Change (MOC), Process Safety Management (PSM), and hazard analysis activities.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Quality, EHS, and Maintenance teams to support manufacturing needs.
  • Manage contractors and vendors, including scope development, execution oversight, and safety compliance.
  • Support regulatory inspections, audits, and internal assessments.
Physical Requirements and Environment
  • Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
  • Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and technical specifications.
  • Experience in mechanical integrity and preventative maintenance systems.
  • Experience with engineering software systems such as Solid Works, AutoCAD, data analysis tools, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 2 or more years of mechanical engineering experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, or industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of rotating equipment, process equipment, and piping systems.
  • Experience working in a CDMO or multi‑product batch manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with pressure vessels, pressure systems, and mechanical integrity programs.
  • Reliability engineering experience (RCM, FMEA, asset criticality).
  • Experience supporting PSM‑covered processes.

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Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Grace Wellness Program

Flexible Workplace

Retirement Plans

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Donation Match Program

U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com) 

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.

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