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Staff Mechanical Engineer
full timeSan Diego
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AT A GLANCE
R&DSeniorFull Time
Company Overview Sarmal, Inc. is a San Diego–based biotechnology company developing next-generation genomics and molecular detection platforms. Our work integrates molecular biology, chemistry, and advanced systems engineering to enable faster, more precise, and more accessible g
About the role
Company Overview
Sarmal, Inc. is a San Diego–based biotechnology company developing next-generation genomics and molecular detection platforms. Our work integrates molecular biology, chemistry, and advanced systems engineering to enable faster, more precise, and more accessible genomic insights.
We are a highly collaborative, R&D-driven team operating in a fast-paced, early-stage environment. Our scientists and engineers work across disciplines to solve complex technical challenges and translate innovation into scalable, real-world applications.
At Sarmal, we value scientific rigor, curiosity, and a builder mindset. We are looking for individuals who are energized by ambiguity, motivated by impact, and excited to help bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.
Responsibilities
- Design and own complete subsystems, components, and assemblies within Sarmal’s IVD instrument platform.
- Translate system, assay, and operational requirements into practical mechanical architectures and detailed designs.
- Develop concepts, prototypes, breadboards, fixtures, and production-intent hardware through iterative design and testing.
- Perform detailed mechanical design including 3D CAD, tolerance analysis, GD&T, material selection, mechanism design, and design for manufacturing and assembly.
- Drive the performance characterization and improvement of test platforms / breadboards for rapid evaluation of various instrument/consumables architectures for the automation of biochemistry workflows
- Assist and guide teams in establishing best practices for development-scale consumables manufacturing, encompassing fluidic devices, functionalized solid substrates, and reagents.
- Interface with suppliers or external collaborators.
Requirements
- Strong mechanical design fundamentals and demonstrated experience developing complex hardware.
- Advanced experience with 3D CAD, tolerance analysis, GD&T, mechanism design, materials selection, and design for manufacturing/assembly.
- Demonstrated understanding of integrated fluidic-based platforms for complex assays or biochemical processes
- Demonstrated ability to independently own complex mechanical components and subsystems.
- Experience with experimental design and execution, including DOEs and root cause analysis
- Experience with microfluidic devices for nucleic acid applications is a plus
- Experience with manufacturing systems and workflows is a plus
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off
- Access to additional voluntary benefits, employee perks, and discount programs
- We are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and providing a strong foundation for both professional and personal success.
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- PTO
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