Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Pattern Bioscience is tackling antibiotic resistance through innovative use of machine learning and microfluidics. We need a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Automation Equipment to join our Consumable and Automation Engineering team. This role involves designing or selecting equipment to support both consumable and instrument manufacturing, collaborating with Hardware Engineering, Assay, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.

Responsibilities

• Review and provide recommended changes to existing production equipment
• Design and develop a laser welder pin and slot fixture to improve ease of use and process consistency
• Develop next-generation fill, seal, and trim fixture to support higher volume production throughput
• Design, develop, and test electromechanical production equipment and manufacturing aids
• Work with manufacturers and machine shops to produce custom prototypes and final equipment parts and/or assemblies
• Evaluate, develop, and select off-the-shelf equipment that can support production volume requirements
• Create and manage drawings, bill of materials, and test data for parts, test fixtures, and equipment assemblies
• Develop and execute FATs, SATs, and validation plans for new or updated equipment and control systems
• Develop work instructions and O&M manuals, and train operators on the proper use of equipment
• Own projects from early-stage definition through commissioning and report verification or validation test results
• Apply first principles mechanical analysis to validate design integrity and ensure functionality, safety, and reliability
• Collaborate with other engineers, scientists, and/or manufacturing operators to verify design outputs and validate user requirements

Requirements

Desired Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 7 years’ experience with clear experience owning products or projects from concept to commissioning specifically related to machines, manufacturing equipment, or automation equipment
• Experience in the design, development, documentation, and implementation of automated production equipment
• Proficiency in DFM, FMEA, GD&T, and 3D CAD (specifically SolidWorks, a plus)

Qualifications

• Drive towards high quality results while operating independently
• Enjoy working hands-on (in the lab or on the manufacturing floor) to solve problems
• Demonstrated experience designing and deploying mechanical equipment from problem identification and idea generation to validation and verification with limited guidance
• Use FEA tools, such as Simulation, to confirm designs meet performance and reliability requirements
• Experience in an FDA regulated environment, PLC controls, and/or running DOEs
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ANSI, and/or NEC safety standards

Skills or Attributes

• Development and commissioning of heat sealing or liquid filling equipment
• Experience in an FDA regulated environment, PLC controls, and/or running DOEs
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ANSI, and/or NEC safety standards

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Career development opportunities
• The opportunity to make a global impact and pioneer solutions

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with flexible hours as needed.