Unchained Labs · 7 hours ago
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Pleasanton
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expUnchained Labs is a company focused on providing innovative tools for researchers. They are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead technical initiatives in the production of life-science instruments, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes.
BiotechnologyMedical DeviceProduct Research
Responsibilities
Serve as a technical leader for the production and testing of highly complex life-science instruments, resolving critical issues and ensuring builds run smoothly and predictably
Own and drive continuous improvement initiatives by developing manufacturing solutions and implementing engineering changes that improve quality, efficiency, and scalability
Act as a primary Manufacturing partner to R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production, influencing design decisions and improving processes across drawing review, production planning, inspection, and test
Lead the manufacturing introduction of new products and product upgrades, including process development, pilot builds, scale-up execution, and release to production
Define and standardize assembly and test processes by creating clear, effective work instructions and delivering training that enables technicians to consistently build world-class instruments
Establish and improve incoming inspection strategies for electronic and mechanical components to ensure early detection of quality issues
Own nonconforming material investigations, disposition decisions, and corrective action efforts, driving root cause resolution and long-term prevention
Use data, metrics, and structured analysis to identify trends, set priorities, and drive measurable improvements in manufacturing performance
Maintain and improve manufacturing documentation, including BOMs, technical drawings, specifications, and related records
Provide leadership in sustaining meetings and cross-functional projects, helping set direction, align teams, and drive issues to closure
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) or equivalent hands-on industry experience building and supporting complex hardware
5–8+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production-focused engineering role supporting high-tech instruments or equipment; experience in life-science products is a strong plus
Strong ability to read, interpret, and influence engineering drawings and specifications; working knowledge of CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) is desirable
Proven track record of solving complex, ambiguous technical problems using sound engineering judgment and structured troubleshooting
Experience working with complex electromechanical systems; mechanical design experience is a plus
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, operations, and supplier teams
Self-directed, resilient, and motivated by ownership—comfortable taking on big challenges, navigating a fast-paced environment, and doing the work required to build something exceptional
Benefits
Comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs
Commission program
Company
Unchained Labs
Unchained Labs is a developer of life science biologics tools designed to help researchers break free from tools that just don't cut it.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$285MKey Investors
Silicon Valley Bank
2021-08-10Debt Financing· $155M
2021-04-26Acquired
2019-05-13Debt Financing· $50M
Leadership Team
Krista Witte
SVP Product Development
Wilhelm Lachnit
Senior Vice President Corporate Development
Recent News
2026-01-06
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