CareerPlan

Senior Mechanical Engineer II

San Diego, CA, USFull-time$126k2026-10-14 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Design complex precision electromechanical and opto-mechanical systems for advanced robotics, automation, microfluidics, and microscopy to enable drug discovery.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical engineer (scientific instrumentation)

Builds

Production-ready scientific instruments and hardware solutions

Domain

Biotechnology / Precision Engineering

Required skills

Advanced CAD (SolidWorks), machine design, pneumatic/fluidic/motion-control components, enclosure design, design-for-manufacture (CNC, 3D printing, sheet metal, injection molding), system integration and testing

Preferred skills

Hand and power tool experience, basic mill/lathe skills

Technologies

SolidWorks, CNC, 3D printing, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding

Responsibilities

Design complex precision electromechanical and opto-mechanical systems; Own mechanical designs from concept through deployment; Develop robust, manufacturable scientific instruments; Prepare design documentation for procurement and manufacturing; Partner with stakeholders to define requirements and timelines; Mentor and support team members

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC