Senior Mechanical Engineer

Bruker is one of the world's leading analytical instrumentation companies enabling scientist to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new application that improve the quality of human life. Our high-performance products and high-value life science and diagnostic solutions are trusted by leading businesses, institutes, and scientists worldwide. Today, more than 8,500 employees at over 90 locations are working on this permanent challenge to make the world a better place.

Bruker Spatial Genomics (BSG), a subsidiary of Bruker, is focused on opening a new frontier in spatial 3D genomics and multiomic analyses. We are committed to the development of a novel technology platform allowing progress in genome-wide visualization of spatially resolved 3D chromosome and chromatin architecture in individual cells and cell populations in situ. We bring together the premier spatial omics approach, jebFISH(TM), with leading-edge imaging, data acquisition and analysis capability.

Our pioneering in situ technology enables examination of some of the most important questions in genomics and gene expression at the single cell and sub-cellular level. We aim to find the best talent in the field to join and contribute to this extraordinary endeavor, becoming a critical member of this groundbreaking opportunity.

As the Sr. Mechanical Engineer, the candidate will be responsible for the mechanical design and modifications of scientific instruments supporting sample preparation and imaging used in our revolutionary 3D spatial genomics. This position will work closely with the VP of New Product Development, Instrumentation & Hardware, the Sr. Staff Opto-mechanical Engineer and the Sr. Staff Systems Engineer to assure that the company delivers innovative products to desired specifications. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer should have a broad understanding of sound instrument design.

* Work with the product development team to design and develop modular mechanical solutions and systems for our next generation instruments.
* Perform prototype assembly and verification of mechanical assemblies.
* Specify and/or coordinate mechanical component design & fabrication with suppliers.
* Create subassembly and system specifications and test procedures.
* Direct offshore mechanical engineering design resources to complete required documentation.

* Over 8 years of experience in Mechanical Design with a BS in Mechanical Engineering.
* Direct experience with product commercialization
* Experience with Solidworks
* Proficiency with GD&T tolerancing
* Design experience with developing high tolerance assemblies consisting of machined components, sheet metal and molded parts.
* Basic mechatronics- experience designing motorized 1stage assemblies.
* Experience with product design incorporating fluid delivery for fluidics/micro-fluidics devices
- Pressure and vacuum driven flow
- Designing face and radial seals.
* Hands on experience assembling and testing mechanical systems.
* Experience in instrumentation development or other small desktop sized precision assemblies
* Demonstrated proficiency in presenting, written and verbal communication.

Additional desirable skills to have:

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Adapts to changing priorities. Experience in both start up and large company environments. Drive for results.
* Embraces effective decision-making skills; uses good judgment and can bring closure to issues.
* Continually demonstrates reliability and delivery of measured results, executed with a sense of urgency.
* Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization, with compelling technology, and taking products and processes to the next level.
* Good process and people skills.
* Good business acumen with a positive solutions-oriented approach and ability to build productive relationships.

At Bruker, base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is between $95,400 and $168,000 provides an opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base salary for the role will depend on a several job-related factors, including, but not limited to education, training, experience, the geographic location of the successful candidate, skills, competencies, job-related knowledge and travel requirements for this position. Full-time employees may also be eligible for a performance-related incentive in addition to a full range of benefits including 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, medical and dental plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays, and more.

Bruker is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.

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