Apply on Employer Site

Pattern Bioscience · 12 hours ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Automation Equipment

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Pattern Bioscience is tackling antibiotic resistance using machine learning and microfluidics. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Automation Equipment to design and develop production equipment, support the transition of manufacturing from low to high volume, and collaborate with various teams to ensure equipment functionality and reliability.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical

No H1B

Responsibilities

Review and provide recommended changes to existing production equipment

Develop testing equipment for verification testing of the consumables

Design and develop a laser welder pin and slot fixture to improve ease of use and process consistency

Design, develop, and test electromechanical production equipment and manufacturing aids

Work with manufacturers and machine shops to produce custom prototypes and final equipment parts and/or assemblies

Evaluate, develop, and select off the shelf equipment that can support production volume requirements

Create and manage drawings, bill of materials, and test data for parts, test fixtures, and equipment assemblies

Develop and execute FATs, SATs, and validation plans for new or updated equipment and control systems

Develop work instructions and O&M manuals, and train operators on the proper use of equipment

Own projects from early-stage definition through commissioning and reporting verification or validation test results

Apply first principles mechanical analysis to validate design integrity and ensure functionality, safety, and reliability

Collaborate with other engineers, scientists, and/or manufacturing operators to verify design outputs and validate user requirements

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringAutomation Equipment Design3D CAD (SolidWorks)DFMFMEAGD&TData Acquisition SystemsCollaborationProblem SolvingProject Management

Required

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 7 years' experience with clear experience owning products or projects from concept to commissioning specifically related to machines, manufacturing equipment, or automation equipment

Experience in the design, development, documentation, and implementation of automated production equipment

Proficiency in DFM, FMEA, GD&T, and 3D CAD (specifically SolidWorks, a plus)

Drive towards high quality results while operating independently

Enjoy working hands-on (in the lab or on the manufacturing floor) to solve problems

Have demonstrated experience designing and deploying mechanical equipment from problem identification and idea generation to validation and verification with limited guidance

Can use FEA tools, such as Simulation, to confirm designs meet performance and reliability requirements

Are experienced working with data acquisition and control systems to continually improve in-test and in-process data recording and equipment usability

Structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it

Have experience running DOEs to improve product quality and process efficiency

Are collaborative and regularly seek feedback from stakeholders

Proactively seek to learn and improve, pursuing high standards for yourself and your work