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HamiltonPosted 1 month ago

Mechanical Engineer

$95,000–$120,000 year

On-siteCharlottesville, Virginia, United States or Virginia, United States

Full TimeLarge

Job Summary

Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and enclosures for Cerillo's microplate reader product family using 3D CAD software. Create detailed engineering drawings with proper GD&T tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards. Lead prototype development including hands-on fabrication, assembly, and iterative testing of mechanical subassemblies. Define and execute mechanical testing protocols to validate structural integrity, thermal performance, sealing, and environmental robustness. Collaborate with electrical and optical engineers to integrate PCB assemblies, optical paths, and illumination systems into compact, precise enclosures. Design fixtures, jigs, and tooling to support assembly, calibration, and quality control on the production floor. Drive design for manufacturability and design for assembly, working with contract manufacturers to optimize part geometry, material selection, and tolerances for scalable production. Manage relationships with external vendors, machine shops, and injection molding suppliers; obtain and evaluate quotes and lead times. Maintain complete and accurate design documentation including SolidWorks models, drawings, BOMs, and ECOs within a PDM/PLM system. Troubleshoot mechanical issues identified during development, testing, or production; implement and document corrective design changes. Support regulatory documentation and risk management activities as required. Contribute to new product concept development and product roadmap planning. Perform ad-hoc engineering tasks as directed by the Chief Executive Officer and/or Engineering leadership.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in mechanical product development
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks (or equivalent parametric CAD)
  • Strong command of GD&T and engineering drawing standards (ASME Y14.5)
  • Hands-on experience with prototyping methods: CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molding, and FDM/SLA 3D printing
  • Ability to lift and position equipment up to 25 pounds

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience designing precision optical or electro-optical instrument housings and component mounts
  • Familiarity with sealing and environmental protection design (IP ratings, gaskets, adhesives)
  • Knowledge of material selection for laboratory environments: engineering plastics, aluminum, stainless steel
  • Experience with DFM and working with contract manufacturers and suppliers
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced startup environment
  • Master's degree

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