Engineer II, Microfluidic

Overview In this role you will design, prototype, test, and document microfluidic devices and cartridges for biodefense, clinical, and life-science applications. You will work within a cross-functional R&D team to translate requirements into reliable, cost-effective consumables. Expect hands-on prototyping, design control, and collaboration with vendors to advance next-generation products. This is an opportunity to shape microfluidic solutions for complex biological assays in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Compensation / Benefitsmedical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company matchingpaid vacation and sick leavedisability insurancelife and AD&D insuranceemployee assistance program ResponsibilitiesDesign, fabricate, and characterize microfluidic devices for integration with biological assaysIdentify opportunities to improve performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in future product generationsContribute to requirements, specifications, and design control documentationDevelop and document test protocols for informal and formal design testingInteract with vendors and supplier quality to source and qualify parts and materialsPresent designs and issues to senior managementAdapt duties according to departmental needs Key requirementsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or related fieldMinimum 5 years of industrial experience (strongly preferred)Experience in instrument control and data analysis (LabView, MATLAB, Python)Experience in ISO, cGMP, or other regulated environments (preferred)Proficiency with CAD for fluidic chip design (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or equivalent)Ability to analyze data with Excel, JMP, GraphPad Prism; familiarity with simulation software (COMSOL, Ansys-Fluent) (preferred)Knowledge of FDA-regulated device manufacturing (a plus)Strong communication, organization, and bench skillsExperience in designing and performing lab experiments for microfluidic devicesTrack record in delivering microfluidic systems (consumables and instruments)Cross-functional collaborationProactivenessCreative problem-solvingMicrofluidic device designCAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)Lab instrument control and data analysis (LabView, MATLAB, Python)