Position Title: Mechanical Engineer I

Work Location: Santa clara, CA, 95050

Assignment Duration: 12 Months

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary:
We are developing a revolutionary, low cost single-molecule DNA sequencer that can potentially improve the lives of people in a wide variety of ways including timely screening for diseases and diagnosis of various cancers by fusing biological and integrated circuit technology.
We are seeking a mechanical engineer to support development of consumable fluidic devices at our organization, with educational and/or professional background in mechanical and/or process engineering.

Key Responsibilities:
• Flowcell manufacturing, process development and assembly.
• Facilitate senior engineers in SolidWorks design.
• Dimensional and mechanical measurements, including data analysis and reporting.
• Surface metrology and characterization.
• Component testing, quality checks, and visual inspection.
• Sample preparation for external analysis.
• Component and subcomponent inventory management; shipping preparation and receiving.

Qualification & Experience:
• Associates or Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline from an accredited institution, 0-2 years of professional experience required, but hands-on lab experience is preferred.
• Microfabrication, microfluidics and materials knowledge or experience is also a plus.
• Excellence in familiarity with SolidWorks, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with metrology or microscopy equipment is also a big plus.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 65.00/hr.