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The Process Engineer I is responsible for supporting the development, execution, and documentation of processes and experimental workflows for an oligonucleotide synthesis platform and supporting process equipment.
This position reports to the Senior Manager of Emerging Technologies and is part of Emerging Technologies, Platform Development group located in Sunnyvale, CA and will be a full-time, on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Execute defined experimental workflows involving operation of customized microfluidic instrumentation and automated liquid handling according to established procedures.
Perform metrology on custom components and inspection and characterization of novel materials and substrates.
Collect and organize experimental and metrology data, perform basic data analysis and visualization and prepare clear summaries and reports to support technical decision‑making.
Maintain accurate experimental records, organize samples and labware, and support the creation and upkeep of SOPs, work instructions and experimental documentation.
The essential requirements of the job include:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Bioengineering, or a related technical field with at least 1+ years of relevant industry or laboratory experience.
Hands‑on experience following technical procedures in a laboratory environment, including operating instrumentation, handling hazardous materials and adhering to defined protocols and safety practices.
Experience with data collection, basic analysis, and documentation using common tools (e.g., spreadsheets, notebooks, data management systems) with strong attention to detail and data integrity.
Travel& Physical/Environment Requirements:
Ability to travel 5% time or less domestically.
Ability to occasionally lift, move or carry equipment up to 20 lbs.
Ability to frequently work in a laboratory environment for extended periods, including interaction with automated instrumentation and biological and chemical reagents.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
Experience in operating, troubleshooting and maintaining automated lab equipment and microfluidics devices in an R&D or Operations setting.
Proficiency with precision measurement or inspection techniques such as fluorescence or optical microscopy, profilometry, and the use of calipers and micrometers.
Experience and comfort working in an R&D environment where processes, hardware, or instrumentation are still evolving and procedures may change frequently.
IDT, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
The annual salary range for this role is $85,000-$105,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, Bioengineering, or related field
- 1+ years of relevant industry or laboratory experience
- Hands-on experience in a laboratory environment following technical procedures
- Experience with data collection and basic analysis using common tools
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