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Senior / Staff Mechanical Engineer

Exokeryx, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2025

Join the Genomics Revolution! Are you ready to lead the charge in one of the most groundbreaking revolutions in genomics? Enumerix is on the lookout for a visionary Senior / Staff Mechanical Engineer to spearhead our mission in launching the revolutionary UltraPCR platform. This platform, a culmination of advancements in molecular biology, emulsion chemistry, consumables, 3D imaging, and computational imaging, stands as a next-generation PCR platform with unparalleled precision and accuracy in quantifying single molecules in a highly multiplexed manner.

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Why Enumerix? At Enumerix, we're not just developing products; we're shaping the future of genomics. Our executive team, comprising pioneers in the genomics space, has a rich history of inventing and building products such as microarray, NIPT, single cell, and spatial genomics. Leveraging this wealth of experience, we believe we can now disrupt the stagnant field of PCR that has seen minimal innovation for many years. Join us and be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team at the forefront of innovation.

Job Description :
  • Role
  • Collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to design, test, and refine instrumentation development

    • Work closely with Contract Design and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) to develop robust manufacturing assembly and testing procedures
    • Drive external regulatory and reliability testing to meet defined requirements
    • Work directly with Field Service and Applications teams to produce documentation to support the instrumentation in the field
    • Lead efforts for tracking and troubleshooting issues and bugs in coordination with hardware, software, biology, service, and manufacturing teams
    • Coordinate sustaining engineering effort to drive continuous improvement of procedures and design
    • Develop and implement test procedures for instrument calibration, commissioning, and IQ / OQ / PQ
    • Qualifications
    • Hold minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and / or Science

    • 5 years of experience developing instrumentation, ideally in the life science / medical device field
    • Demonstrated experience managing products through the entire life cycle, from prototype to production
    • Proficient with 3D design software, preferably Solidworks
    • Proficiency designing and working with electro-mechanical systems (steppers, dc motors, linear rails / guide), fluidics (pumps, tubing, valving), and thermal components (TECs, thermistors, PID control)
    • Experience with developing jigs and fixtures for test, assembly, and calibration
    • Understanding of instrumentation regulatory testing
    • Exceptional attention to detail and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
    • Experience developing, documenting, and implementing new processes for test and manufacturing
    • Strong analytical and problem solving skills for driving improvements and troubleshooting
    • Ability to efficiently develop experiments, run tests, analyze data, and draw conclusions to determine next steps
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team player in a diverse and interdisciplinary team
    • Ability to work 100% on-site, and collaborate effectively with a team to drive innovative solutions
    • Ability to travel up to 10% to collaborator sites
    • Nice to Have
    • Strong preference for those with optical systems experience

    • Experience developing test scripts using Python, MATLAB, or similar
    • Background in image processing and analysis
    • For this position, the base pay range is : $100,000-$165,000 per year. Please apply directly on our company website www.enumerix.com.

      Enumerix is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

      Direct applicants only, no recruiters please.

      Embark on a Journey of Innovation : This is your chance to play a pivotal role in the genomics revolution. If you're ready to make history, join Enumerix and let's shape the future of genomics together. Apply now and be a key player in the UltraPCR platform's journey towards transforming the landscape of molecular biology!

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