Mechanical Design Engineer

N6.com; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity participation program

Flexible PTO

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

High project ownership

Job summary

N6.com in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop electromechanical instruments for genomics applications and drive hardware that meets precision and reliability standards.

You will collaborate with electrical engineers, create CAD models and drawings, manage BOMs, and validate designs through testing.

This is a hands-on role with ownership, growth opportunities, and a path to contribute to breakthrough technology in a fast‑growing biotech startup.

Qualifications

• Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or Onshape.
• Experience designing electromechanical assemblies.
• Project experience demonstrating self-starter attitude and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design parts and assemblies for electromechanical instruments.
• Design mechanical components using CNC machining, casting, 3D printing, injection molding, sheet metal.
• Produce mechanical drawings using GD&T.
• Manage system-level CAD and BOM.
• Work with electrical engineer to design and specify electromechanical parts.
• Conduct tests to validate designs and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

3D CAD

Electromechanical design

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Onshape

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

We are a rapidly growing biotech organization based in Pleasanton, CA, focused on developing next‑generation sample preparation tools that are revolutionizing genomic applications. Our technology relies on precise control of complex physical and chemical processes. We are at a critical inflection point in bringing our product to market and are seeking an analytically rigorous Senior Electrical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team.

If you are energized by the challenge of applying first‑principles physics and mathematics to solve highly complex, real‑world hardware problems—and are a proven self‑starter who excels in a collaborative environment—we invite you to help build the future of genomics.

Responsibilities

• Design parts and assemblies for electromechanical instruments
• Design mechanical components made with the following processes: CNC machining, casting, 3D printing, injection molding, sheet metal
• Produce mechanical drawings using GD&T
• Manage system level CAD and BOM
• Work with electrical engineer to design and specify electromechanical parts
• Conduct tests to validate designs and troubleshoot issues

Education

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Required Qualifications

• Experience with 3D CAD drawing software such as Solidworks, Inventor, or Onshape (not exclusive)
• Experience designing electromechanical assemblies
• Project experience demonstrating the following traits: self-starter, ability to work with a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Solidworks and Solidworks PDM
• Experience integrating systems with automation platforms
• Experience solving complex multi-disciplinary problems

What We Offer

• Direct contribution to breakthrough technology that sits at the intersection of engineering and biological science.
• Opportunity to join an exciting and fast‑growing genomics startup early on in their growth journey.
• Competitive Salary and an attractive Equity Participation Program.
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• High degree of project ownership