Mechanical Design Engineer

n6; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible PTO

Direct impact on genomics

Job summary

n6 in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team focused on genomic sample preparation hardware. You will design electromechanical assemblies and validate them through testing, collaborating across engineering disciplines to solve complex hardware challenges.

Ideal candidates will bring experience with 3D CAD tools and a strong track record of working on electromechanical systems, with a passion for advancing genomics through rigorous engineering.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design parts and assemblies for electromechanical instruments.
• Produce mechanical drawings using GD&T.
• Manage system level CAD and BOM.
• Collaborate with electrical engineer to design electromechanical parts.
• Conduct tests to validate designs and troubleshoot issues.
• Work with manufacturing to transition designs to production.

Skills

3D CAD software

Electromechanical design

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Onshape

Job description

About Us

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