The Senior Manufacturing Engineer supports production of BioTrove’s “OpenArray™” products.  The individual will work closely with both manufacturing and R&D to improve manufacturing designs and processes of current products, as well as participating in the manufacturing implementation of new proprietary instrument and consumables products. Individual will develop and execute process development activities and support production for complex engineering projects/product lines, including troubleshooting design issues that arise after product release. Solid background in system engineering for complex systems incorporating electronic, optical and mechanical components is required as is the ability to work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary, start-up environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Lead improvements of product quality and production processes, including troubleshooting existing and new products / processes working closely with production, quality and process development. Act as primary mechanical engineering liaison with R&D in transfer of new products/processes to manufacturing.

2. Provide floor support to production processes. Create assembly and test methods as well as develop assembly fixtures and test equipment for manufacturing. Demonstrate good working knowledge and application of validation and statistical techniques in order to comply with specifications and internal standards.   

3. Analyze process, product, material or equipment specifications and performance requirements. Order, install, and qualify new equipment when necessary including writing SOP’s, updating BOM, validation, etc.

4. Drive corrective action efforts for any process issues in designated area. Summarize and draw conclusions from test results leading to effective technical resolution of process problems.  

5. Assist in the analysis, development and implementation of preventive actions which proactively resolve product, process and systems issues. Effectively manage engineering projects adhering to financial and delivery commitments.

6. Under broad supervision, compile and analyze operational, test and experimental data to establish performance standards (capability studies) for newly implemented or modified products / processes.

7. Lead value improvement projects. Continually seek to drive / improvements in process design, layout and operational performance.

8. Actively promote and participate in a cross-functional teamwork environment. Identify, coordinate, and monitor internal and external resources to complete assigned tasks within a predetermined timeline.

9. Assist in the analysis, development and implementation of preventive actions which proactively resolve product, process and systems issues. Effectively manage engineering projects adhering to financial and delivery commitments.

10. Provide mentoring and training to other engineers. Supervise and direct activities of others as requested.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in mechanical, electrical, biomedical or related engineering (or equivalent)
  
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing incorporating electronic, optical and mechanical components for life science or medical diagnostic application
  
• Knowledge and understanding in development and testing of production processes required
  
• Extensive knowledge of various material characteristics and fabrication methods required.  
  
• Able to demonstrate experience managing complex, cross-functional projects. Proficient use of analytical tools to make economic business decision.
  
• Experience with mechanical (SolidWorks required), and/or electrical (ORCAD preferred) packages
  
• Proficient use in current versions of MS Excel, MS Project, MS Word, and Statistical Analysis software (i.e. Minitab, Stat-Graphics) preferred. ASQ certification in CQE preferred.
  
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
  
• Able to work independently and as part of a cross-functional group
  
• Must be organized, meticulous, and willing to learn.