Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Research
Research and Development
Computer Hardware
DNA Sequencing
Assembly
Prototyping
Milling
Machining
3D Printing
Laboratory Equipment
Microfabrication
Photolithography
Metrology
Manufacturing
Test Plans
Motivation
Chemical Engineering
Supervision
Science
SolidWorks
Testing
Mechanical Engineering
Job Details
One of the clients of Sharp Decisions is looking for an R&D Engineer - Mechanical & Bioengineering in Santa Clara, CA. This is an on-site position with a 12-month contract (possible extension)
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate shall exhibit a high degree of motivation, ingenuity and resourcefulness to help us solve problems, invent new technology and develop cutting-edge products. The candidate should also have
The ideal candidate should also have
Job Description
- As an Engineer, you will tackle a variety of tasks and projects that will help us advance our technology and hardware related to our next-generation DNA sequencing systems.
- Your efforts will cover many aspects related to the fabrication, assembly and testing of custom devices, fixtures, breadboards and prototypes. Specific responsibilities may include:
- Using equipment and techniques such as CNC milling/machining, laser cutting and 3D printing to create and modify parts
- Operating, repairing and maintaining various lab equipment and instruments, including custom systems
- Conducting various microfabrication-related activities such as cleaning substrates, using photolithography equipment, etching and bonding
- Fabricating and assembling mesofluidic and microfluidic devices and systems
- Testing, characterizing and optimizing device and system performance
- Collecting data, documenting observations and helping to analyze and interpret results
- Utilizing various types of metrology instruments to characterize parts and evaluate manufacturing methods
- Collaborating with other scientists and engineers to generate test plans, protocols and reports
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate shall exhibit a high degree of motivation, ingenuity and resourcefulness to help us solve problems, invent new technology and develop cutting-edge products. The candidate should also have
- 1-5 years of industry experience fabricating parts, assembling devices or instruments, performing tests and troubleshooting systems
- A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering or similar discipline
- A solid understanding of engineering fundamentals
- The ability to work independently, with little to no supervision
- A meticulous mindset
- A positive, friendly, proactive attitude and a passion for science and technology.
- A desire to learn and be challenged
The ideal candidate should also have
- Experience with Solidworks and CAM software
- Experience with fabricating, assembling and testing electro-mechanical and fluidic systems
- Experience working in a cleanroom
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