Planet Pharma ยท 10 hours ago
Sr. Mechanical Engineer
Hayward, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$53.50/hr - $66.75/hr
5+ years expPlanet Pharma is focused on sustaining the manufacturing of DNA sequencing systems. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will maintain, improve, and support existing products and processes to ensure reliability, cost-effectiveness, and high performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Lead sustaining engineering efforts to support ongoing manufacturing and product reliability
Identify and implement improvements in design, cost, and reliability for existing products
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and other cross-functional teams (e.g., electrical, process, regulatory, supply chain) to resolve technical issues and enhance product performance
Demonstrate effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to maintain a collaborative and productive work environment
Design mechanical components, assemblies, and test fixtures using CAD tools (SolidWorks required)
Conduct system-level testing, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for mechanical failures in existing products
Develop and execute verification and validation protocols for changes in materials, processes, and designs related to sustaining engineering
Manage engineering project tasks including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting for sustaining initiatives
Support Lifecycle Management in core project teams to ensure successful product updates and integration into manufacturing
Generate and maintain detailed engineering documentation including drawings, BOMs, test reports, and assembly procedures
Qualification
Required
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience, or
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 8+ years of experience
Proven experience in sustaining engineering environments, preferably in life sciences or medical devices
Strong proficiency in mechanical design and CAD software (SolidWorks required) and GD&T
Experience with precision assemblies, materials selection, and manufacturing processes
Ability to relate basic material properties, physical characteristics, and fabrication variations to product performance
Demonstrated ability to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Ability to work effectively and independently in a dynamic, cross-functional environment
Preferred
Experience with FDA-regulated products is a plus
Company
Planet Pharma
Planet Pharma is a pharmaceuticals company.
1001-5000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cynthia Lewis
Senior Executive Recruiter, Life Sciences - PPG Advisory Partners
Emma Morris
President, PPG Advisory Partners
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