Mechanical Engineer

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? At Mesa Labs we're passionate about protecting the vulnerable by enabling scientific breakthroughs, ensuring product integrity, increasing patient and worker safety, and improving quality of life around the world.

At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including potential bonus opportunities, equity awards, commission, and a comprehensive benefits package based on the position.

Base Compensation Range: $70,000 - $100,000

*In addition, you qualify for:

• Annual bonus opportunity of 10% based on company performance

Outstanding Benefits and Perks
We are proud to offer a variety of benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees:

• Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
• Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options, Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
• Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
• Company paid life insurance and AD&D

• Flexible Time Off Policy

• Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
• Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
• 401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
• Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
• Nine (9) paid company holidays per year

This position supports our Protein Technologies business. Gyros Protein Technologies provides automated systems for protein analysis and peptide synthesis solutions that accelerate the discovery, development, and manufacture of biotherapeutic drugs.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer will participate in the development of automated peptide synthesis systems from concept phases all the way through to production and field support. You will be challenged to flex your design skills from developing novel, cost effective solutions to more intricate designs with high demands for quality and precision.

In the role as Mechanical Engineer, you will be involved in the entire development process, from idea generation and early proof of concept to development, verification, launch and sustainment of all product lines.

The work is conducted in project form as part of an interdisciplinary team and includes collaboration with other functions (such as manufacturing, quality control, operations, application science, and other R&D functions) demanding good communication and collaboration skills.

Duties/Responsibilities

* Participate in the specification and development of new instruments and modules with focus on manufacturability and functionality
* Create and maintain mechanical drawings, specifications and necessary documentation
* Assist in component review in case of end-of-life components or cost down initiatives
* Troubleshoot manufacturing or functional issues to determine root cause and suggest/implement preventative measures.
* Work closely with other R&D functions to ensure individual designs meet overall project objectives
* Analyze new functionality and suggest implementation strategies and time plans.
* Suggest improvements to both the functionality and cost of the instrument.
* Prepare technical reports or presentations and participate in design reviews.
* Participate in the development of project documentation such as test results, time plans, requirements, verification and validation documentation
* Plan, perform, and record verification and validation of instruments and modules
* Establish and develop processes, SOPs and product documentation for manufacturing and Service
* Ensure product quality support of existing products

Experience/Education

* Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical engineering, Engineering Physics or another relevant field
* 1 to 5 years of industry related, hands-on design experience preferably in the Life Science area.
* Proven track record of developing production instruments or relevant alternative
* Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training

Experience - Required

* Strong mechanical component/assembly design and development skills
* Experience with CAD, preferably Solidworks
* Experience utilizing and maintaining a PDM system
* Previous experience designing and working with a variety of mechanical systems
* Experience with a variety of manufacturing, inspection, and quality control techniques
* Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills are a must.
* Ability to work independently and take on a large degree of responsibility and commitment to the task
* Team-oriented and effective verbal and written communication skills.
* Valid US work permit

Experience - Bonus

* Skills in electronics, including but not limited to embedded microcontrollers, sensors, temperature and motion control systems
* Experience in a fabrication facility, including with CNC machine tool programming and operation
* General familiarity with organic/peptide chemistry concepts

Environmental Conditions

This role will be predominantly on-site at our Tucson, AZ office location. The site is a mixed-use space that includes offices, a machine shop, manufacturing floor, chemistry labs and shipping/receiving space. Normal responsibilities of this role will include operating comfortably within all these spaces at different times. Physical demands of this role include occasionally lifting or moving objects up to 50 lbs. and working safely around potentially hazardous materials. Occasional travel both within the US and internationally may be required.

Mesa Labs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Mesa Labs prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Please note that Mesa Labs conducts criminal background checks upon offer acceptance.