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Staff Mechanical Engineer (Biotech Automation Innovator)

Pave Talent
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Pave Talent is proud to partner with a rapidly growing cell therapy start-up to recruit a Staff Mechanical Engineer who thrives at the forefront of biotech automation. This is your chance to design and innovate subsystems that power life-changing therapies, all within a dynamic, hands-on role in South San Francisco. Ready to push the boundaries of engineering excellence?

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-scaling biotech innovator dedicated to revolutionizing cell therapy manufacturing. Fueled by significant funding and a bold vision, they’re building a team of top engineers to drive their mission forward. Based in South San Francisco, this start-up offers a collaborative, high-energy environment where your work directly impacts global healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and prototype mechanical components and consumables for automated biotech instruments. 🔧
  • Build automated test fixtures to ensure component reliability and performance.
  • Collaborate with systems and engineering teams to create cost-effective, requirement-driven designs.
  • Lead design reviews, propose cutting-edge solutions, and define subsystem architecture.
  • Prove concepts through rapid prototyping and data-driven feasibility studies.
  • Extract design requirements from diverse user inputs and mitigate risks swiftly.
  • Partner with the scientific team to execute verification / validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ).
  • Develop detailed work instructions and manufacturing SOPs for production-ready designs.

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 12 years of hands-on experience in biotech automation, semiconductor, or similar fields.
  • Deep expertise in mechanical design, fluidic control, and automated instrument development.
  • Strong proficiency in SolidWorks CAD and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
  • Proven track record with highly automated instrument designs (biotech experience preferred).
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for a multidisciplinary team.
  • Creativity and adaptability to excel in a fast-paced, evolving start-up setting.
  • Why Join?

    Our client champions integrity, innovation, and a growth mindset, creating a culture where your ideas shape the future. Enjoy a competitive salary ($160,000-$200,000 / year), highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) matching, stock options, free EV charging, and onsite lunches. 🚗🍽️ Be part of a team redefining biotech automation!

    Ready to Lead Innovation?

    Apply now with your LinkedIn profile and resume to join this transformative mission.

    Salary : $160,000 - $200,000

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