Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
3-5 years of hands-on mechanical design experience required.
Experience designing mechanical components, assemblies, and fixtures.
Proficiency in SolidWorks and PDM for creating models and detailed drawings.
Knowledge of component manufacturing processes including rapid prototyping and machining.
Experience optimizing designs for manufacturability and transfer to manufacturing.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
Design and develop analytical instruments and accessories.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class products.
Iterate on prototypes to meet product requirements and compliance standards.
Create engineering documentation, including 3D models and BOMs.
Support the transition to manufacturing by developing equipment and processes.
Engage in various projects from concept feasibility to product support.
Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
Benefits
Competitive insurance benefits starting on day one, including medical, dental, and vision.
401k plans and employee stock purchase plan to invest in financial futures.
Career development opportunities through mentorship and training.
Employee resource groups and volunteer paid time off to promote a culture of belonging.
Accrued leave policy with paid holidays and parental leave.
Full Job Description
Pay Range:
Position Summary:
Bio-Techne is seeking a highly motivated and creative Mechanical Engineer to lead projects in the development and support of its portfolio of analytical instruments. This position will report to the Mechanical Engineering Hardware Manager while working with a group of curious, innovative, and supportive engineers and scientists.
This is a unique role, where the scope of contributions will span from early concept feasibility work, new product development, new product introduction, manufacturing & inspection fixtures, to the support of products already in the field.
We are a fast-growing division that supports our employees' career growth and empowers them to pursue their aspirations. We have a culture of respecting and encouraging a healthy work-life balance. We are a company that promotes diversity and belonging. We value working with engineers and scientists from all walks of life.
Performance Objectives and Responsibilities:
Design and develop analytical instruments and accessories.
Deliver best in class products by closely collaborating with cross functional teams of scientists and engineers.
Iterate quickly on prototypes and deliver designs which meet product requirements and ensure compliance with the relevant standards and regulations.
Apply engineering knowledge to ensure feasibility, reliability, and manufacturability of proposed designs.
Create engineering documentation, 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and protocols/reports.
Ensure successful transition to manufacturing by supporting development of manufacturing equipment and processes.
Engage in and make contributions across the range of projects supported by the San Jose based ME Hardware team including: concept feasibility work, new product development, new product introduction, manufacturing & inspection fixtures, and support of products already in the field.
Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
Provide and receive constructive feedback with good intent.
Present technical information and designs to large audiences.
Contribute to design reviews and system level problem-solving efforts.
Engage and develop relationships with vendors to ensure the designs are manufacturable, reliable, and meet cost targets.
Produce unique and innovative solutions to challenging problems contributing to the company's portfolio of intellectual property.
Education, Experience, and Skills:
Bachelor's or masters degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
3-5 years of experience in hands-on mechanical design is required
Must have experience using system-level thinking and strong technical skills to efficiently solve complicated problems.
Proficiency using SolidWorks and PDM, including the ability to create models, assemblies, and detailed drawings, following best design practices and ASME standards.
Demonstrated knowledge of component manufacturing processes (including rapid prototyping, machining, injection molding, metal injection molding, extrusion, sheet metal, etc.).
Experience optimizing design for manufacturability and actively involved in transfer to manufacturing; demonstrated good understanding of various manufacturing technologies to achieve cost-effective designs and improvements for existing products
Experience with the selection of motor, transmissions, and sensors.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Preferred:
Experience in the life sciences instrumentation industry.
Experience in capillary and/or microfluidic based design.
Experience with opto-mechanical instrument with optics/detection and fluidics.
Experience with automation, manufacturing, and inspection equipment.
Why Join Bio-Techne:
We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.
About BioTechne
Bio-Techne Corporation develops, manufactures, and sells life sciences tools, diagnostics, and reagents worldwide. The company operates in three segments: Protein Sciences, Diagnostics and Genomics, and Clinical Controls. The Protein Sciences segment offers proteins and reagent solutions, including cytokines and growth factors, antibodies, immunoassays, biologically active small molecule compounds, tissue culture reagents, and T-Cell activation technologies. The Diagnostics and Genomics segment provides blood chemistry and blood gas quality controls, hematology instrument controls, diagnostic immunoassays, and other bulk and custom reagents for the in vitro diagnostic market. The Clinical Controls segment offers a range of products comprising Thrombin Generation Assays, and quality controls and calibrators for various clinical instruments. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
