Microfluidic Engineer II

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and characterize microfluidic devices for integration with biological assays such as ELISA and molecular assays
• Lead mechanical design, prototyping, testing, and documentation for new microfluidic and cartridge consumables
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
• Develop and implement test protocols for both informal and formal design testing
• Contribute to the development of design control documentation and technical specifications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers, scientists, and biologists
• Interact with outside vendors and supplier quality departments to source and qualify parts and materials

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or a related field
• Proficiency with CAD packages such as AutoCAD or Solidworks
• Experience with instrument control programming and data analysis (LabView, MATLAB, or Python)
• Strong data analysis skills using tools like Excel, JMP, or Graph Pad Prism
• Knowledge of microfabrication and prototyping processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering or science field
• Minimum 5 years of industrial experience
• Experience in an ISO, cGMP, or other regulated environment
• Proficiency in simulation software such as COMSOL or Ansys-Fluent
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes for FDA-regulated devices, including injection molding or plastic bonding

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program and fitness club membership contributions

About the Company

Meso Scale Diagnostics (MSD) develops advanced technologies for the biodefense, clinical, and life-science markets, focusing on high-performance consumables and instruments.