Staff Mechanical Engineer, Consumables

10xgenomics

Pleasanton, United States
Base: $179,300—$242,500 usd; bonus/equity: eligibl...
On-site
High-precision consumables design
Injection molded plastics expertise
Fluidic and microfluidic systems
Lead the architecture and design of complex biotech consumables, focusing on Injection Molded (IM) plastics, over-molding, LSR and assembly techniques

Job Summary

  • Lead the architecture and design of complex biotech consumables, focusing on Injection Molded (IM) plastics, over-molding, LSR and assembly techniques.
  • Drive the development of fluidic and microfluidic systems by consulting with fluidic SMEs, ensuring seamless integration between consumable cartridges and permanent instrument hardware.
  • Serve as the 'mechanical voice' in rooms full of Biologists, Chemists, and Software Engineers to ensure the hardware meets the underlying science.

Matching Summary

Lead the architecture and design of complex biotech consumables, focusing on Injection Molded (IM) plastics, over-molding, LSR and assembly techniques.

Salary

Base: $179,300—$242,500 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for equity grants and annual bonus program; Benefits: Comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High-precision consumables design
  • Injection molded plastics expertise
  • Fluidic and microfluidic systems
  • FEA, tolerance analysis, CFD
  • Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
  • Design for Assembly (DFA)
  • ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820 compliance

Nice-to-have

  • IP generation in fluid handling
  • Root cause analysis of plastic failures
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Mentorship of junior engineers

Key Requirements

  • BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering
  • 10+ years mechanical design experience
  • 5+ years in medical devices or biotech consumables
  • Deep knowledge of thermoplastic resins and elastomers
  • Experience with CAD and PDM systems
  • Familiarity with Risk Management (ISO 14971)

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