Sr. Mechanical Engineer

About the Role:

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in leading the design, development, and optimization of complex mechanical systems for biotech applications. You will be a key technical contributor, problem solver, and mentor, working across disciplines to drive innovation and ensure system success. Your expertise in mechanical design, prototyping, testing, and regulatory compliance will be instrumental in delivering high-performance, scalable solutions that meet the stringent demands of biotech environments.

What you will be doing:

• Contribute to the design and development of high-complexity mechanical systems for biotech applications, ensuring seamless integration with biological and chemical workflows.

• Apply advanced engineering principles in mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and materials science to solve intricate design challenges.

• Drive prototype development and oversee rigorous validation testing to ensure optimal system performance.

• Ensure designs meet relevant regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO, GMP) in partnership with compliance teams.

• Drive projects from concept to commercialization, managing scope, schedules, risks, and trade-offs.

• identify risks early, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain timelines and budget.

• Act as a technical liaison between mechanical engineering and cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, software, manufacturing, quality assurance) to ensure system integration.

• Work with vendors and suppliers, ensuring quality and reliability in externally sourced components.

• Participate in failure mode analysis and implement corrective design improvements to enhance reliability and manufacturability.

• Present project updates and design proposals to project leadership, ensuring alignment with project objectives.

• Foster a collaborative team environment, mentoring junior engineers and driving knowledge-sharing initiatives.

To be successful in the role, you will need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development, preferably in biotech, medical devices, or related industries.

• Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent) and engineering analysis tools.

• Strong understanding of mechanical system integration, prototyping, and validation testing.

• Experience with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485, GMP) for biotech or medical device applications.

• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, mentor engineers, and drive cross-functional collaboration.

Nice to have skills & Background

• Experience in fluidic systems, thermal management, or precision mechanics for biotech applications.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including injection molding, machining, and 3D printing.

• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies (FMEA, DFMEA, etc.).

About 10x Genomics

At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world.

We enable scientists to advance their research, allowing them to address scientific questions they did not even know they could ask. Our tools have enabled fundamental discoveries across biology including cancer, immunology, and neuroscience.

Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference.

Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.