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Engineering Lead / VP of Manufacturing

DropGenie
Cambridge, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

At DropGenie, we are making personalized possible . Personalized medicine requires experiments to be conducted at a scale that matches the diversity of patients while remaining cost-effective. We leverage electrical engineering, microfluidics, and materials science to miniaturize and parallelize complex genetic engineering workflows on a chip that can be seamless integrated into any lab automation ecosystem.

Role Overview

We seek an Engineering Lead / VP of Manufacturing to design, develop, and scale DropGenie's consumable manufacturing processes. This role is critical in driving manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness while leading a high-performance team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead RCA, DFM, PFMEA, and statistical process control initiatives
  • Oversee process validation and QC test protocols
  • Develop and execute manufacturing strategies aligned with product scaling goals
  • Manage vendors or establish in-house manufacturing capabilities
  • Analyze manufacturing data to improve efficiency and reduce costs
  • Transition prototypes to scalable production by refining workflows and ensuring manufacturability
  • Build and manage an interdisciplinary team while fostering collaboration

Requirements

  • MS in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
  • 10 years of experience in engineering management, manufacturing transfer, and scaling.
  • Experience in developing high-performance consumables for life sciences applications.
  • Expertise in material behavior, surface coatings, microfabrication, and automation.
  • Proven track record in vendor management and quality assurance.
  • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with automation and high-throughput manufacturing processes
  • Understanding of cost drivers in consumable production and ability to optimize for cost efficiency.
  • Prior experience in startups or fast-paced environments preferred
  • Familiarity with instrument certification and software integration
  • Why Join DropGenie?

  • Stock options with high growth potential.
  • Comprehensive healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision).
  • Opportunity to shape the future of personalized medicine.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Join us in transforming the future of personalize medicine—apply today!

    Direct applicants only. No agencies, please.

    Visa Requirements : We are unable to sponsor visas for this role. However, Canadian citizens may receive assistance with visa applications.

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