Roche

Roche

Principal Research Engineer

Santa Clara · Principal

Sponsorship not specified$111k-$206kDetected 7 days ago
PythonSolidWorksFEACFDClinical TrialsClinical ResearchBioinformaticsNGSResearchExperimental DesignOrganizational Skills

About the role

  • By accelerating clinical research, streamlining workflows, and expanding assay menus, we are also broadening access to genomic data and lowering barriers to adoption.
  • Our Systems Technology Group, a part of Roche Sequencing Solutions, is focused on creating and advancing technologies to significantly enhance DNA sequencing workflows.
  • You will contribute to the layout, prototyping, and characterization of new fluidic circuits and architectures.

Responsibilities

  • You will contribute to architecture, design, research and early development of specialized consumables and mating mechanisms.
  • You will design, build, assemble and operate custom test fixtures to support testing of fluidic subsystems and novel consumables.
  • You will translate high-level system and assay requirements into fluidic schematics, system architectures and concepts to evaluate, compare, and downselect design paths.
  • You will create and maintain comprehensive design documentation for your sub-systems, including requirements, schematics, diagrams, CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and material specifications.
  • You will conduct cross-functional design reviews. Present progress, data, and engineering decisions clearly to stakeholders.
  • A healthier future drives us to innovate.
  • Let's build a healthier future, together.

Requirements

  • You have a degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related discipline, with relevant industry experience (7+ years for a Bachelor's, 5+ years for a Master's, or 3+ year for a PhD).
  • You have demonstrated hands-on experience characterizing and testing complex fluidic systems and consumable interfaces for life science or diagnostic instrumentation.
  • You have experience using diagramming tools to map out fluidic architectures and explain complex fluidic concepts to non-experts.
  • You are proficient with Python for device control, automated test bench execution, and data acquisition/analysis.
  • You are proficient with machine shop tools, measurement equipment, and rapid prototyping technologies.
  • You have demonstrated troubleshooting skills, with a solid understanding of physics, chemistry and engineering fundamentals.

Nice to have

  • You have experience with plastic bonding techniques and injection molding principles.
  • You have experience with DNA sequencing, DNA synthesizers and other complex fluidic automation instrumentation.
  • You have a track record of acting as the engineering bridge between scientists and the hardware/consumables team.
  • You work with a sense of urgency, contagious optimism, and natural curiosity regarding technical, business, and market trends.
  • You have experience with advanced microfabrication techniques, including lithography, thin-film deposition and wet etching of metals and inorganic materials.
  • You have experience with optical systems and image analysis for detection and inspection of parts and the monitoring of dynamic processes
  • We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
  • The role's level (& title) may be adjusted based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation

  • The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Santa Clara, CA is $110,600 - $205,500.

Benefits

  • Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come.
  • We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Company info

  • It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence.
  • The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
  • If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
  • At Roche, we are developing the next-generation of sequencing systems.

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity employer.
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