Test Engineer II

Sarmal

San Diego, Northern (CA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Employee perks and discount programs

Job summary

Sarmal, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Test Engineer 2 to support design, test, and manufacturing transfer of fluidic components for our target detection platform. This hands-on lab role emphasizes building, characterizing, and troubleshooting fluidic and electrochemistry test setups, with independent DOE-driven investigations.

You will own test plans, advance characterization, and work with cross-functional teams to mature test methods as the platform evolves.

Qualifications

Hands-on lab experience designing, testing, and characterizing fluidic and electrochemistry test setups.
Experience with building test plans and root-cause investigations across disciplines.
Knowledge of metrology, prototype consumables, or design-to-manufacturing transfer is a plus.

Responsibilities

Plan, set up, and execute fluidic and electrochemistry experiments in the lab, owning test plans from definition through data analysis.
Program, configure, and debug fluidic instrumentation and automated test setups.
Assemble and perform metrology on prototype consumables and fluidic sub-assemblies.
Characterize flow profile, pressure, leakage, and material interactions for devices under test.
Assemble, maintain, and debug test setups and fixtures, improving reliability and throughput.
Support root cause analyses and DOE to resolve hardware and process issues.
Analyze, document, and present test results to cross‑functional teams.
Partner with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to support manufacturing transfer.
Develop test methods, fixtures, and documentation standards.

Skills

Fluidic systems troubleshooting

Experiment design & DOE

Data analysis & results presentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Programming experience (MATLAB, LabVEW

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical, or Bioengineering

Tools

MATLAB

LabVIEW

C++

Python

Job description

Company Overview

Sarmal, Inc. is a San Diego–based biotechnology company developing next-generation genomics and molecular detection platforms. Our work integrates molecular biology, chemistry, and advanced systems engineering to enable faster, more precise, and more accessible genomic insights.

We are a highly collaborative, R&D-driven teamoperatingin a fast-paced, early-stage environment. Our scientists and engineers work across disciplines to solve complex technical challenges and translate innovation into scalable, real-world applications.

AtSarmal, we value scientific rigor, curiosity, anda buildermindset. We are looking for individuals who are energized by ambiguity, motivated by impact, and excited to help bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

About the Job

We are seeking a Test Engineer 2 to support the design, test, and manufacturing transfer of fluidic components, consumables, and sub-systems for our target detection platform. This is a hands‑on laboratory role with a strong focus on building, characterizing, and troubleshooting fluidic and electrochemistry test setups. Building on a foundation of R&D and instrumentation experience, you will take ownership of test plans, drive characterization and root cause investigations with increasing independence, and help mature our test methods as the platform develops.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, set up, and execute fluidic and electrochemistry experiments in the lab, owning test plans from definition through data analysis
Program, configure, and debug fluidic instrumentation and automated test setups
Assemble and perform metrology on prototype consumables and fluidic sub-assemblies
Characterize flow profile, pressure, leakage, and material interactions for devices under test, identifying performance trends and failure modes
Assemble, maintain, and debug test setups and fixtures, improving their reliability, repeatability, and throughput
Support root cause analyses and design of experiments (DOE) to resolve hardware, consumable, and process issues
Analyze, document, and present test results and recommendations to cross‑functional teams
Partner with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to support manufacturing transfer of fluidic components and consumables
Contribute to the development of test methods, fixtures, and documentation standards

Qualifications

2 to 4 years of hands‑on experience in an R&D laboratory or equivalent
Demonstrated experience with the assembly, operation, and troubleshooting of fluidic-based systems
Experience with experimental design and execution, including DOEs and root cause analysis
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively across disciplines
Ability to analyze data and present technical results and recommendations clearly
Experience with programming (MATLAB, LabVIEW, C++, Python, or similar) is preferred
Experience with metrology, prototype consumables, or design-to-manufacturing transfer is preferred
Familiarity with microfluidics, analytical instrumentation, or DNA-based platforms (sequencing, PCR, molecular diagnostics) is preferred

Education & Experience

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical, Bioengineering, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant hands‑on experience. An equivalent combination of education and directly applicable industry experience will also be considered.

Benefits & Perks

Sarmal offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company‑paid life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Generous paid time off
Access to additional voluntary benefits, employee perks, and discount programs
We are committed to supporting the well‑being of our employees and providing a strong foundation for both professional and personal success.

$80,000 - $110,000 a year

California Pay Transparency Statement.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $80,000 – $110,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skill set, and internal equity considerations.

EEO Statement

Sarmal is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Sarmal is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and consider all qualified candidates in accordance with applicable laws.

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