Mechanical Engineer II

Bio-Techne; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k + ESPP

HSA/FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship programs

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Bio-Techne is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to lead development and support of its portfolio of analytical instruments in our San Jose facility. The role involves early concept feasibility, new product development, manufacturing support, and cross-functional collaboration with scientists and engineers.

This in-person position requires 3–5 years of hands-on mechanical design and proficiency with SolidWorks/PDM, ASME standards, and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 3–5 years of hands-on mechanical design experience is required.
• Experience designing mechanical components, assemblies, and fixtures.
• Strong system-level thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and PDM per ASME standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analytical instruments and accessories.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class products.
• Iterate prototypes to meet requirements and regulatory standards.
• Ensure manufacturability, reliability, and cost targets.
• Produce 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and test reports.
• Support transition to manufacturing and equipment/process development.
• Engage with vendors to ensure manufacturability and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

System-level thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

ASME standards

Rapid prototyping

Machining

Injection molding

Metal injection molding

Extrusion

Sheet metal

Job description

In-person

San Jose, CA

Full time

JR102245

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range:

Position Summary:

Bio-Techne is seeking a highly motivated and creative Mechanical Engineer to lead projects in the development and support of its portfolio of analytical instruments. This position will report to the Mechanical Engineering Hardware Manager while working with a group of curious, innovative, and supportive engineers and scientists.

This is a unique role, where the scope of contributions will span from early concept feasibility work, new product development, new product introduction, manufacturing & inspection fixtures, to the support of products already in the field.

We are a fast-growing division that supports our employees' career growth and empowers them to pursue their aspirations. We have a culture of respecting and encouraging a healthy work-life balance. We are a company that promotes diversity and belonging. We value working with engineers and scientists from all walks of life.

Performance Objectives and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop analytical instruments and accessories.
• Deliver best in class products by closely collaborating with cross functional teams of scientists and engineers.
• Iterate quickly on prototypes and deliver designs which meet product requirements and ensure compliance with the relevant standards and regulations.
• Apply engineering knowledge to ensure feasibility, reliability, and manufacturability of proposed designs.
• Create engineering documentation, 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and protocols/reports.
• Ensure successful transition to manufacturing by supporting development of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Engage in and make contributions across the range of projects supported by the San Jose based ME Hardware team including: concept feasibility work, new product development, new product introduction, manufacturing & inspection fixtures, and support of products already in the field.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Provide and receive constructive feedback with good intent.
• Present technical information and designs to large audiences.
• Contribute to design reviews and system level problem-solving efforts.
• Engage and develop relationships with vendors to ensure the designs are manufacturable, reliable, and meet cost targets.
• Produce unique and innovative solutions to challenging problems contributing to the company’s portfolio of intellectual property.

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or masters degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in hands-on mechanical design is required
• Demonstrated experience personally designing mechanical components, assemblies, mechanisms, fixtures, or products.
• Must have experience using system-level thinking and strong technical skills to efficiently solve complicated problems.
• Proficiency using SolidWorks and PDM, including the ability to create models, assemblies, and detailed drawings, following best design practices and ASME standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of component manufacturing processes (including rapid prototyping, machining, injection molding, metal injection molding, extrusion, sheet metal, etc.).
• Experience optimizing design for manufacturability and actively involved in transfer to manufacturing; demonstrated good understanding of various manufacturing technologies to achieve cost-effective designs and improvements for existing products
• Experience with the selection of motor, transmissions, and sensors.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in the life sciences instrumentation industry.
• Experience in capillary and/or microfluidic based design.
• Experience with opto-mechanical instrument with optics/detection and fluidics.
• Experience with automation, manufacturing, and inspection equipment.

Why Join Bio-Techne:

We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.

We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.

We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.

We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.

We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.

We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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.

To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.

This position requires work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (e.g., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant work status). If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or take part in any other stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Bio-Techne empowers researchers in Life Science and Clinical Diagnostics by providing high-quality reagents, instruments, custom manufacturing, and testing services. Our family of brands creates a unique portfolio of products and services.

Science is our passion; it drives us to collaborate, develop, and manufacture award-winning tools that help researchers achieve reproducible and consistent results.