TA Instruments · 13 hours ago
Senior Sustaining Engineer
Goleta, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$96K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expWaters Corporation is a global leader in analytical instruments, and they are seeking a highly skilled Senior Sustaining Engineer to become a key contributor to their Development Engineering Team. This role involves leading product improvement initiatives and providing advanced technical support across various functions to ensure the performance, reliability, and sustainability of advanced light scattering products.
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Responsibilities
Drive continuous improvement of light scattering products by enhancing performance, quality, and reliability through data driven analysis and innovative engineering solutions
Own engineering documentation and change management processes across R&D, pre-production, and post‑production phases
Develop and review engineering change orders (ECOs) and documentation to support design updates and product lifecycle transitions
Provide advance technical guidance to Manufacturing and Quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve production and field issues
Lead engineering evaluations for alternate components, redesigns, and risk‑mitigation strategies to ensure supply continuity and operational efficiency
Partner with customer service and product engineering teams to investigate customer‑reported issues through root-cause analysis and corrective action planning
Ensure timely communication and technical support to internal stakeholders
Identify and execute cost‑reduction opportunities in materials, processes, and product design without compromising performance or quality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
5+ years of engineering experience in a production, manufacturing, or product-sustaining environment
Proficiency in CAD and/or ECAD tools, engineering documentation, and PLM systems
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and product development methodologies
Strong hands‑on ability in prototype assembly, testing, and experimental system development
Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills with a strong ability to collaborate across teams
Preferred
Experience supporting reliability engineering and sustainability practices for analytical or scientific instrumentation
Strong mechanical design knowledge, including GD&T, tolerance stack up, and surface treatments
Familiarity with PCB fabrication and assembly processes
Experience supporting supply chain strategy, alternate component qualification, and working with global/offshore suppliers
Company
TA Instruments
TA Instruments reputation for high technology products and quality manufacturing.
501-1000 employees
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