Do you want to make a significant difference in how the world is looking tomorrow and contribute to the innovation of state-of-the-art, cutting-edge technology products?
Then look no further and join our team in Morgan Hill, CA as a
Senior Mechanical Engineer (PD)
What you will do
Sr. Mechanical Engineer within Tecan's Product Development Team will lead design and development efforts in a broad range of areas such as mechatronics, fluidics, thermal control, optics, Chassis, and life science instrumentation controls. You are a critical part of a cross-functional team that develops complex instrumentation for customers ranging from young start-ups to well-established companies.
Responsibilities will include
- Design and develop mechanical systems and sub-systems for life science instrumentation, diagnostic tools, and point-of-care devices. These may include robotics, mechatronics, optical, thermal, fluidic, and micro-fluidic aspects
- Analyze existing product requirements and specifications as well as generating additional specifications, where appropriate
- Present concepts, designs, and data to internal and external customers
- Write test protocols and test reports, execute processes and procedures
- Design and build fixtures, breadboards and prototype systems, and system integration with team members
- Mentoring junior engineers as well as supervising Product Development and Test Engineers that may be assisting in breadboard and prototype testing and verification
- What you bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 6 years of relevant industry experience in life science instrumentation or diagnostic/medical device development
- Demonstrated abilities in the design and development of life science instruments or diagnostic devices
- Must have experience in at least three of the following areas, preferably in the context of life science/biotech/biomedical device development:
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- Design of mechanisms such as drawers, lids, clamps, and grippers that utilize linkages, gears, racks/pinions, slides, bearings, bushings, springs, and cams
- Design of motion control systems using stepper and BLDC motors, linear actuators, belt drives, and ball-screw drives
- Creation of micro-fluidic, fluidic, and pneumatic system designs utilizing pumps, valves, accumulators, regulators, pressure sensors, flow meters, and manifolds
- Design of thermal systems utilizing TECs and resistive heaters and thermistors/thermocouples/RTDs
- Integration of optical systems such as light sources (lasers, LEDs), objectives, lenses, filters, mirrors, detectors (CMOS/CCD/MPPC/PMT), and auto-focusing systems
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- Demonstrated success working in multidisciplinary team environments
- Proficiency with 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks for 3D modeling, 2D drawings, and FEA/CFD simulations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint
- An understanding of necessary design control under ISO 9001 and ISO 13485
- Experience with rapid prototyping tools such as 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC machining
- Experience with shop tools such as drill presses, band/table/miter saws, lathes, and tap wrenches
- Knowledge of test and measurement equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, force/temperature/pressure gauges, calipers, micrometers, dial indicators.
- What you will get
- Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits package
- Progressive employment conditions
- Exciting career opportunities
- Wide range of training courses
- Strong company culture with rich history
Look no further and apply now!
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We are looking forward to receiving your application online. Please submit your resume (w/o picture and w/o cover letter, reference letters and diplomas are optional).
We will only consider applications that fully meet our requirements.
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