Senior Engineer, Fluidics

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Job description

Please be aware that, as a condition of employment, proof of COVID vaccination is required for all U.S.-based employees (subject to limited exceptions).

Title: Sr. Engineer, Fluidics
Based: San Diego, California, US

Pacific Biosciences of California, Inc. (NASDAQ: PACB) is helping scientists forge a better understanding of biology by providing a unique long-read sequencing technology that generates more complete and accurate data, giving them more insights. Our sequencing systems allow scientists to characterize genomes, transcriptomes, and epigenomes from any organism. Scientists use our technology in areas such as human biomedical research, plant and animal sciences, and microbiology and infectious disease studies. Become part of the new paradigm in long-read sequencing and help shape the future of genomic study by joining the PacBio team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and redesign 3D objects in SW
• Design tests and organize result data
• Lead projects, and provide guidance to technicians and engineers
• Document designs, test, and findings
• Produce drawings, request quotes, select parts, and manage parts inventories
• Drive engineering processes/methods and use communication and debate skills to achieve optimal results: Teamwork; Efficient, Effective, and Proactive Execution of Goals/Task; and the creation of products which bring delight to our customers.

All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Required:

• M.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field with 8 or more years of post-graduate (post B.S.) experience in related field.
  • Or, B.S. in related field with 8 or more years of industry experience.
• 3D drafting experience
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• A willingness to engage in detailed technical discussions and debates
• Data analysis skills and a generally quantitative mindset
• Ability to work independently as well as integrated into a team or leading a small team
• Laboratory experience and/or hands-on engineering experience

Nice to have:

• Experience in instrument testing and validation is preferred
• Experience with thermal systems and thermal management is a plus
• Computational Fluid Dynamics experience is a plus
• Experience with fluidic systems/components is a plus
  • Examples: HPLC, Microfluidics, Flow Cytometry, Reactors, Bioreactors, Irrigation, Hydraulics, etc.
• Experience with robotics/automation is a plus
• Programming, firmware, and microcontroller skills are a plus
• Electronics skills (circuit analysis/design, PCB layout, soldering, function generator, oscilloscope, etc.) are a plus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.