Mechanical Engineer

YOH Services LLC; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead innovative projects in cell and gene therapy. You will be responsible for the design and prototyping of complex biotech instruments, ensuring they meet rigorous standards. This role requires a blend of mechanical design expertise and collaborative skills to work alongside scientists and engineers. With a focus on automation and cutting-edge technology, this position offers the opportunity to make significant contributions in a rapidly evolving field. If you are passionate about engineering and want to be part of a transformative organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of hands-on experience in biotech automation or similar industries.
• Creative, self-motivated, and flexible to work in a small company environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design, development, and prototyping of mechanical components.
• Conduct design reviews and present fresh ideas and creative solutions.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Fluidic Control

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

FDA Regulations Knowledge

Python Programming

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Machine Shop Tools

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Category:

Engineering

Employment Type:

Direct Hire

Reference:

BH-384978

Yoh Life Sciences
is hiring a Staff
Mechanical Engineer
for a growing cell and gene therapy customer in South San Francisco.
As a Staff Mechanical Engineer, you will take ownership of a wide range of tasks pertaining to high-value internal projects - from requirements capture to novel concept research & development, to CAD design and component selection, to bring-up and testing of finished assemblies. This is a multidisciplinary role & this individual will interface with scientists, researchers, and engineers to develop the best solutions possible. The successful candidate will be a resident expert in the areas of mechanical design, fluidic control, and highly automated instrument development.

Industry:
Cell and Gene Therapy
Location:
South San Francisco
Pay:
$100,000 - 210,000 DOE
Schedule:
M - F 9-5
Type:
Permanent Responsibilities

• • Responsible for the design, development, and prototyping of mechanical components and consumables used in mechanical sub-systems & complex biotech instruments
  
  
  • Design and development of automated test fixtures to validate the reliability and robustness of novel components
  
  
  • Interface with systems & mechanical engineering teams to negotiate designs that meet product requirements & are feasible to manufacture economically
  
  
  • Conduct design reviews and present fresh ideas, new technologies, and creative solutions to design problems
  
  
  • Define subsystem architecture
  
  
  • Show proof of concept through rapid prototyping
  
  
  • Ability to extract design requirements from a broad spectrum of user needs
  
  
  • Identify potential design risks and provide a path to derisk/pivot rapidly
  
  
  • Work closely with the scientific team through the creation of verification /validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) and successful execution, data generation, report and documentation
  
  
  • Create comprehensive work instructions and manufacturing SOPs as needed for finished designs
  
  
  
  

Requirements

• • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience
  
  
  • 12+ years of extensive, hands-on experience in biotech automation, semiconductor, or similar industries
  
  
  • Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  
  
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
  
  • Prior experience with FDA regulations and ISO, cGMP, and QMS standards is a plus
  
  
  • Knowledge and/or hands-on experience with machine shop tools a plus
  
  
  • Knowledge of GD&T, as well as strong proficiency with SolidWorks
  
  
  • Creative, self-motivated, and flexible to work in a small company environment and assume a wide variety of tasks
  
  
  • Work history with several successful iterations of highly automated instrument design and development (biotech industry experience preferred)
  
  
  • Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization with compelling technology and take products and processes to the next level
  
  
  • Experience with Python, or high-level scripting software languages, a plus
  
  
  • Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset
  
  
  
  

Estimated Min Rate: $100000.00
Estimated Max Rate: $210000.00

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities

to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.