Senior Mechanical Engineer

3 weeks ago

Los Angeles, California, United States DropletPharma Full time
About DropletPharma Corp.

DropletPharma is a pioneering company that is revolutionizing the field of radiopharmaceutical discovery and production. Our mission is to accelerate the development of life-saving treatments for cancer and other debilitating diseases. As Head of Engineering on our team, you will play a critical role in driving the design and development of our cutting-edge microscale devices. Your expertise will be instrumental in taking ownership of both systems and implementing core improvements to all aspects, while collaborating with the electrical and software teams. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic startup team in Los Angeles, CA, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that will make a real difference in people's lives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Spearhead the development and integration of our flagship droplet-based microscale radiochemistry production and discovery systems, including design and specification of mechanical, fluidic, thermal, and motion subsystems, and interfaces among them, towards a commercial prototype.
  • Design mechanical parts and assemblies using CAD tools to guide designs.
  • Design fluidic and pneumatic circuits using manifolds and microfluidics, emphasizing compactness and low weight, low cost, reliability, and robustness.
  • Implement, test, and characterize prototypes.
  • Analyze test data to understand and optimize subsystem performance.
  • Work with product design engineer to develop and integrate consumables.
  • Interface with vendors and external parties as needed.
  • Create and maintain design documentation.
  • Develop SOPs and operating guides for the prototype systems.

Requirements:
  • M.S. or Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or similar.
  • 5+ years of experience leading mechanical design projects.
  • 5+ years of experience in systems integration and automation.
  • 5+ years of experience designing complex parts and assemblies using computer-aided design tools (e.g., SolidWorks).
  • Hands-on experience with fluidic, pneumatic, thermal, and motion actuation systems.
  • Hands-on experience with implementation of actuation systems, sensors, and control systems.
  • Knowledge of material properties (mechanical and thermal properties, chemical compatibility, etc.).
  • Experience in managing technology development projects from proof-of-concept to prototype through to productization and manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of diverse manufacturing methods (traditional machining, 3D printing, molding, sheet metal, etc.).
  • Experience designing systems with robotics or moving parts.
  • Experience designing products for end users.
  • Experience designing for manufacturing and servicing.
  • Experience gathering requirements and documenting technically complex projects.

About You:
  • Meticulous, logical, fundamental approach across all your work.
  • Demonstrated deep curiosity.
  • Examples of how you tackled roadblocks and cleared them.
  • Experience in collaborating across engineering disciplines (e.g., interacting with electrical engineers, software teams, etc. on large projects).
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment, adapt to changes, and deliver on milestones on tight timelines.
  • Comfortable working as part of a startup team, working closely and supporting all team members, and taking on outsized responsibility of assigned projects and tasks and demonstrating ability to suggest key improvements - including ones that shape the company's future.
  • Ability to communicate key messages of your work succinctly across written, oral, and slide presentations, and have mastery over your work such that you can elaborate deeply when needed.
  • Something extraordinary you've accomplished and are particularly proud of.

What We Offer:
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
  • Equity.
  • Covered health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
  • Flexible paid time off (expectation of 3 weeks) for full-time employees.

Location:
Los Angeles, CA

Pay Range:
$160,000 - $200,000 per year

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