Senior Mechanical Engineer

About The Role

At Parallel Fluidics, we are building infrastructure to power the next generation of life science tools. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and executing open-ended projects from concept to implementation. The ideal candidate has been a key player on high-performing engineering teams with deep expertise in electromechanical system design, design-for-manufacturing, and automation. Please apply if you are excited to create an outsized impact by developing breakthrough products at a rapidly growing startup.

Responsibilities

Engineering

• Own planning and execution of high-impact engineering projects
• Design and build Parallel’s next generation of automated manufacturing systems
• Contribute to the development of Parallel’s engineering processes and best practices
• Mentor junior engineers across disciplines
• Report progress and key insights to company leadership
  
  

Product development

• Collaborate with the applications team to understand customers’ needs and refine product requirements
• Serve as primary contributor on development of new microfluidic hardware products
• Own verification and validation of products prior to launch
• Transfer high-volume products from in-house manufacturing to third-party manufacturers
  
  

Manufacturing systems

• Find opportunities to improve our in-house designed manufacturing equipment
• Design experiments and test methods to optimize manufacturing processes
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 6 years of experience in high-performing engineering organizations
• Deep commercial experience in product development, design-for-manufacturing, machine design, and automation
• Proven track record of bringing high-volume products to market
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Expertise in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion, or equivalent)
  
  

Preferred

• Familiarity with cleanroom environments and microfabrication processes
• Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards for laboratory instrumentation
• Experience building microfluidic technologies
  
  

What we offer

• A collaborative and innovative work environment where your ideas shape our future.
• Opportunities to work on groundbreaking technologies in life sciences and microfluidics.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Equity options to share in the company’s growth and success.
  
  

We value diversity of all kinds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome people of all different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Compensation Range: $120K - $160K