Sr. Mechanical Engineer

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Billerica, MA, USA
In-Office
110K-135K Annually
Senior level
Biotech
The Role
Designs and develops mechanical systems, mechanisms, subassemblies, and packaging from concept through production. Responsibilities include engineering analysis, CAD documentation, vendor selection, hands-on assembly and troubleshooting, subsystem qualification, product lifecycle documentation, and manufacturing and field-service support. The role may lead projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure specifications, schedules, and budgets are met.
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Azenta Inc.

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.
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Job TitleSr. Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design/development, modification, and evaluation of primarily mechanical systems, equipment and packages.  They may contribute to total systems engineering, including other engineering disciplines and conduct feasibility studies and tests new and modified designs.  They are involved in all phases of development from initial concept to manufacturing and may direct support personnel in the preparation of detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication.


The Mechanical Engineer provide design information to drafting for packaging documentation and, depending on level, may function as a project engineer/leader with the resident responsibilities of proposals/project plan, schedules, work assignments, prime contact, technical presentations, cross functional issue resolution, etc.  They are expected to keep up to date on technical advances in the discipline and related fields.


Responsibilities:


  • Generate concepts, design new product mechanisms, sub-assemblies, and packaging; engineering analysis; generate detailed design and drawings.
  • Identify and select vendors, outsource parts and assemblies (off the shelf components, custom items, and fabricated parts)
  • Must be hands-on; assemble, troubleshoot, debug, and qualify subsystems and components.  Resolve design issues as appropriate.
  • Clearly and concisely express and document ideas, options, problems, issues, test results, etc.
  • Develop the required documentation during the development and transfer to production (models, detail drawings, diagrams, BOM, assembly procedures, etc.).  Generate meticulous, detailed, and thorough documentation.
  • Ensure that the specifications, schedule, and budget have been met
  • Provide support to manufacturing and field service after product release.
  • Work well within the team environment.

Experience:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • 5-10 years of design experience, preferably with mechanisms, robotics, or automation.  
  • A combination of experience and education will be considered. 

Position Requirements:

  • Completed a minimum of 2 product life cycles (from concept to production) as a key contributor.   
  • Demonstrated capability to perform engineering analysis and familiarity with commonly used analysis tools (e.g., FEM).
  • Experience in designing robotics, mechanisms for automation, and complex electro-mechanical products is highly desirable
  • Knowledge of machining and fabrication processes for metals and the commonly used plastics.
  • Experienced user of SolidWorks CAD or equivalent CAD program
  • ISO 13485 and FDA/cGMP experience is a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented while being flexible, open, and able to adapt to changing priorities.
  • Must have a strong work ethic and good written and verbal communication skills. 
  • A self-starter; must be able to work independently with minimum supervision or direction.

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [email protected] for assistance. 

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

United States Base Compensation: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00

The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications),  qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 5–10 years of mechanical design experience
  • Completion of at least two product life cycles from concept to production as a key contributor
  • Engineering analysis experience and familiarity with commonly used analysis tools, such as FEM
  • Experience designing robotics, automation mechanisms, and complex electromechanical products
  • Knowledge of machining and fabrication processes for metals and commonly used plastics
  • Experience using SolidWorks or an equivalent CAD program
  • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • ISO 13485 and FDA/cGMP experience
  • Strong organizational, written, verbal communication, independent-work, and adaptability skills

Azenta Life Sciences Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a discounted share price and a lookback feature, plus equity and bonus eligibility, provides additional upside beyond base pay.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with company match is highlighted in official materials, indicating meaningful support for long‑term savings.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited PTO is available for many salaried roles, and paid holidays are included in the package.

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The Company
HQ: Burlington, MA
1,095 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Azenta (Nasdaq: AZTA) is a leading provider of life sciences solutions worldwide, enabling impactful breakthroughs and therapies to market faster. Azenta provides a full suite of reliable cold-chain sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical research and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. Azenta is headquartered in Chelmsford, MA, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, please visit www.azenta.com.

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