Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Target PR Range: 53.50–66.75/hr
*Depending on experience

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will play a critical role in sustaining the manufacturing of DNA sequencing systems. This position is focused on maintaining, improving, and supporting existing products and processes to ensure reliability, cost-effectiveness, and high performance. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve technical issues, drive continuous improvement, and support manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities
· Lead sustaining engineering efforts to support ongoing manufacturing and product reliability.
· Identify and implement improvements in design, cost, and reliability for existing products.
· Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and other cross-functional teams (e.g., electrical, process, regulatory, supply chain) to resolve technical issues and enhance product performance.
· Demonstrate effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to maintain a collaborative and productive work environment.
· Design mechanical components, assemblies, and test fixtures using CAD tools (SolidWorks required).
· Conduct system-level testing, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for mechanical failures in existing products.
· Develop and execute verification and validation protocols for changes in materials, processes, and designs related to sustaining engineering.
· Manage engineering project tasks including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting for sustaining initiatives.
· Support Lifecycle Management in core project teams to ensure successful product updates and integration into manufacturing.
· Generate and maintain detailed engineering documentation including drawings, BOMs, test reports, and assembly procedures.

Requirements
· M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience, or
· B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 8+ years of experience.
· Proven experience in sustaining engineering environments, preferably in life sciences or medical devices.
· Strong proficiency in mechanical design and CAD software (SolidWorks required) and GD&T.
· Experience with precision assemblies, materials selection, and manufacturing processes.
· Ability to relate basic material properties, physical characteristics, and fabrication variations to product performance.
· Demonstrated ability to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
· Excellent communication and documentation skills.
· Ability to work effectively and independently in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
· Experience with FDA-regulated products is a plus.