Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/System Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in device design, prototyping, or fabrication
Experience with engineering design tools (e.g., CAD software)
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary research and engineering environments
Responsibilities
Support the design, development, and optimization of advanced biomedical devices
Focus on device fabrication, process development, and manufacturability
Enable robust, reproducible, and scalable production of experimental platforms
Contribute to early-stage prototyping and advancement toward higher technical maturity
Assist in the deployment of experimental systems
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge research environment
Engagement with multidisciplinary teams
Access to advanced engineering tools and resources
Potential for professional growth and development in biomedical engineering
Involvement in innovative projects that impact human health
Full Job Description
The Benam Lab (https://www.benamlab.net/) at the University of Pittsburgh Departments of Medicine and Bioengineering is seeking a highly motivated Research Engineer III to support the design, development, and optimization of advanced biomedical devices used in human-relevant experimental systems. This role focuses on device fabrication, process development, and manufacturability to enable robust, reproducible, and scalable production of experimental platforms. The position will contribute to both early-stage prototyping and advancement toward higher levels of technical maturity and deployment.
Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical / System Engineering, or a related field • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in device design, prototyping, or fabrication • Experience with engineering design tools (e.g., CAD software) • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail • Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary research and engineering environments
Preferred Qualifications • Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering discipline • Experience with fabrication of small-scale or precision-engineered devices, including Organs-on-Chips, injection molding, and CNC milling • Familiarity with polymer-based materials and manufacturing processes • Experience with iterative prototyping and design-for-manufacturing principles • Experience working at the interface of engineering and biological systems
About University of Pittsburgh
The University of Pittsburgh is a state-related research university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1787 and is one of the oldest continuously chartered institutions of higher education in the United States. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs across 17 schools and colleges. The University of Pittsburgh is known for its strong programs in health sciences, engineering, business, and law. It is also home to a number of research centers and institutes, including the Pitt Innovation Institute and the Center for Energy.
