(Junior) Mechanical Engineer M/F/D

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We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our Research & Development team based in Waldbronn, Germany. As an R&D Engineer, you will be part of a diverse R&D team responsible for developing future laboratory instrumentation within the Agilent Diagnostics and Genomics Group (DGG). This Group develops solutions that include reagents, instruments, software, and consumables, which enables customers in the clinical and life sciences research areas to interrogate samples at the cellular and molecular level.

This position would be based out of Waldbronn, Germany within the Biomolecular Analysis Division which develops best-in-class Automated Electrophoresis and Microfluidic laboratory instrumentation. These devices are used for the automated separation of bio molecules such as proteins and nucleic acids (RNA and DNA) and are used to determine the identity of a molecule by either size or charge. Check out our Automated Electrophoresis products at our Interactive lab for sample QC.

You would be involved in and have technical responsibility for defining and developing novel products, components, processes, and systems using broad engineering concepts and research techniques. This role would also include testing design ideas in a laboratory environment along with solving complex and high-impact design and development problems, while also assisting in product definition/concept generation to meet design and business growth objectives. During this development, you will also be able to work in close collaboration with colleagues – Electrical Engineers, Firmware Engineers, Software Engineers, Assay Scientists, and extended functions. This is an opportunity that would allow you to grow within a world-class company and develop your skills whilst working with a team of talented and enthusiastic Scientists & Engineers.

Responsibilities include:

1. Perform mechanical design for automated electrophoresis instrumentation during development through product release including creating drawings, BOM’s, and working with suppliers on the design and purchase of parts.
2. Actively participate in cross-functional project team meetings during product development (comprised of mechanical, electronics, firmware, software, applications, marketing, manufacturing, etc.).
3. Presenting technical concepts and designs to project during design reviews.
4. Solve and analyze technical issues in depth to understand core problems and provide sound solutions.
5. Support manufacturing if needed for improvement projects after products are released.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
2. Minimum of 4 years extensive work experience in Mechanical Engineering.
3. Proficiency with 3D parametric CAD modeling software, preferably Siemens NX CAD.
4. Experience in designing, building, and testing new products in an R&D environment utilizing relevant industry standards and engineering guidelines.
5. Good understanding of common manufacturing processes as well as manufacturing methods and production-oriented design.
6. Experience in designing optical systems would be an advantage.
7. Self-starter in conceptualizing and designing novel products, component design, or concepts.
8. Good English and German communication skills.

What will make you stand out:

1. Passion for working in a diverse, fast-paced, high-tech environment.
2. "Can-do" team player.
3. Good organizational skills, particularly regarding record-keeping and computer file organization, and model/drawing revision control.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills and can communicate complicated concepts clearly in a distributed project team environment.

We offer:

• Exciting and inspiring projects in multi-functional teams.
• Training on the job in a motivated, dynamic R&D team.
• A working environment with a multitude of possibilities for professional training and career development.

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
Travel Required: No
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Duration: No End Date
Job Function: R&D