Integrated DNA Technologies · 10 hours ago
Senior Hardware Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expIntegrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is a company focused on life sciences and biotechnology, dedicated to innovating for tangible impact. The Senior Hardware Engineer will lead the hardware development lifecycle for a multi-component oligonucleotide synthesis platform, ensuring integration, testing, and verification of hardware subsystems.
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Responsibilities
Influence system-level architecture and design decisions for a synthesis platform, helping shape the evolution from prototype to manufacturable system
Lead the end-to-end hardware development lifecycle, from component selection and schematic/layout review through prototyping, validation and verification, and production readiness
Own and drive hardware risk management activities, including FMEA, Safety Risk Assessments, and implementation of engineering controls for safe operation
Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, fluidics, systems, mechanical and software/firmware engineers as well as synthesis chemists and other technical disciplines to deliver an integrated, automation-ready platform
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant industry experience
Demonstrated experience in hardware component selection, development, integration and testing of complex instrumentation
Extensive hands-on experience performing FMEA, safety risk assessments, and hazard mitigation for hardware involving the use of hazardous materials
Prior work on lab automation or automated liquid handling systems, including pumps, valves, sensors, actuators, and control electronics
Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements, including RoHS
Ability to travel 5% time domestically
Ability to occasionally lift, move or carry equipment up to 20 lbs
Ability to frequently work in a laboratory environment for extended periods
Preferred
UL or EU certification, including coordination with regulatory entities
Working within ISO-aligned quality systems (e.g., design controls, change management, and risk documentation)
Integrating hardware with embedded firmware or industrial control systems used in automated platforms
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Company
Integrated DNA Technologies
Integrated DNA Technologies sells short strands of DNA called oligonucleotides.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-03-09Acquired
2014-03-19Private Equity
Leadership Team
Erik Swenson
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Mark Behlke
Chief Scientific Officer
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