Senior Mechanical Engineer
Core
Lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of mechanical systems for advanced imaging equipment in life sciences, focusing on optomechanical components, servo/stepper systems, and automation.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (optomechanics & automation)
Builds
Automated and AI-enabled scientific instrumentation for life science research
Domain
Life sciences / Diagnostics / Biotechnology / Optomechanics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Optomechanical component design, Servo/stepper system integration, SolidWorks (parametric modeling & GD&T), System integration & testing, Design of Experiments (DoE), FMEA
Preferred skills
Finite element analysis (FEA), Vibration and modal analysis, Thermal analysis, Reliability modeling, Cross-functional project leadership
Technologies
SolidWorks, Linear motors, Voice coils, Piezo actuators, Optical encoders, Cross-roller bearing stages
Responsibilities
Design kinematic mounts, flexure mechanisms, and autofocus modules; Develop high-resolution motion control systems; Lead assembly, alignment, and troubleshooting of optomechanical systems; Execute verification protocols bridging prototype to production; Design rigorous hardware tests to validate system performance metrics.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC