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Mark Rubeo with Penn State University – Behrend ACE Program
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- May 28, 2026
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Summary
Industrial Talk is onsite at Penn State and talking to Dr. Mark Rubeo, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering with Penn State about "Educating the Future Industrial Leaders". Overview Scott Mackenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, celebrating industry professionals and their innovations. At Penn State University, the ACE (America's Cutting Edge) program, led by Mark Rubeo, addresses the shortage of skilled workers in manufacturing. The program, designed pre-COVID by Tony Schmitz and his team, uses a hub and spoke model to provide training across the US. Rubeo, an assistant professor with a CNC machinist background, emphasizes the importance of manufacturing knowledge for mechanical designers. The ACE program aims to excite and educate future technicians and engineers, fostering a sense of accomplishment and high-tech skills in manufacturing. Outline Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott welcomes listeners to the number one industrial-related podcast, celebrating industry professionals worldwide. The podcast is broadcasting on-site at Penn State University, specifically at the Baron campus in Erie, Pennsylvania. Scott humorously mentions the OSHA hazard of cables and the presence of snacks and coffee in Mark's class. Mark's Background and Role at Penn State Mark introduces himself as an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at Penn State Behrend. He began his career as a CNC machinist, was laid off during the 2008 recession, and returned to school to earn a mechanical engineering degree. Mark completed his graduate studies in precision manufacturing and measurement science in Charlotte, North Carolina. He worked as a senior mechanical engineer in New Hampshire before returning to academia at Penn State Behrend in 2021. The ACE Program and Its…