Senior / Principal Electromechanical Engineer – San Diego, CA

A venture-backed biotech startup in San Diego is building a CMOS chip platform to advance bioengineering. They’re seeking a hands-on electromechanical engineer to design and develop both R&D prototypes and production-ready systems.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead mechanical and electromechanical design, including enclosures, packaging, and precision modules.
• Build, test, and refine prototypes, applying advanced CAD and electromechanical techniques.
• Collaborate with scientists, biologists, and technicians to translate bench protocols into scalable platforms.
• Troubleshoot complex design challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Mentor team members and work with external vendors to support prototype development.

What You Bring:

• 6+ years in mechanical/electromechanical engineering for lab instrumentation, medical devices, or lab automation.
• Strong SolidWorks skills and multi-disciplinary experience integrating fluidics, optics, electronics, and hardware.
• Track record of taking products from concept to commercialization with a focus on manufacturability.
• Adaptable, self-directed, and thrives in fast-paced startup environments.