Research Engineer (Fabrication, Fluidic Systems)

Our client, a world leader in diagnostics and life sciences, is looking for a "Research Engineer” based out of Santa Clara, CA.

Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Further Extension)

Company Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick leave, 401K

As an Engineer, you will tackle a variety of tasks and projects that will help us advance our technology and hardware related to our next-generation DNA sequencing systems. Your efforts will cover many aspects related to the fabrication, assembly and testing of custom devices, fixtures, breadboards and prototypes.

Responsibilities:

Using equipment and techniques such as CNC milling/machining, laser cutting and 3D printing to create and modify parts

Operating, repairing and maintaining various lab equipment and instruments, including custom systems

Conducting various microfabrication-related activities such as cleaning substrates, using photolithography equipment, etching and bonding

Fabricating and assembling mesofluidic and microfluidic devices and systems

Testing, characterizing and optimizing device and system performance

Collecting data, documenting observations and helping to analyze and interpret results

Utilizing various types of metrology instruments to characterize parts and evaluate manufacturing methods

Collaborating with other scientists and engineers to generate test plans, protocols and reports

Qualification & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering or similar discipline

Industry experience fabricating parts, assembling devices or instruments, performing tests and troubleshooting systems

Experience with Solidworks and CAM software is a plus

Experience with fabricating, assembling and testing electro-mechanical and fluidic systems is a plus

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