Sr. R&D Hardware Engineering Technician

At Pattern Bioscience, we’re tackling antibiotic resistance, named by the CDC as one of the biggest public health challenges of our time. We use AI and single-cell analysis to quickly recognize the bacteria causing an infection and to predict which drugs will cure the infection. 

Our team is brought together by shared passion for our mission to improve the world’s most important health decisions. However, we’re not only invested in combating antibiotic resistance; we’re also invested in our people. 

We are looking for a teammate, a problem solver, someone who is persistent, passionate, and loves to see projects to completion. As a Senior R&D Hardware Technician, you will join our Hardware team and bring your hands-on experience to support assembling, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading medical diagnostic devices.

This position offers you the opportunity to join a mission-driven, entrepreneurial company that values openness and collaboration, where you can have ownership and make an impact on lifesaving technology, innovation, and your fellow teammates. You are highly skilled in the operation, maintenance, and construction of mechanical systems that include electrical components. As the R&D Hardware Engineering Technician you will support the hardware engineering team complete designs, run tests, fabricate parts, and assemble electromechanical devices.

• Own the assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of test fixtures, system prototypes, and commercial diagnostic devices to support R&D activities
• Track and communicate system assembly and operational issues to engineers and collaborate with the team to drive the solution process
• Assist with management of engineering lab including safety, inventory, and cleanliness
• Perform engineering tests with limited supervision to collect system performance data or to assist with R&D activities
• Assist engineers with development of test specifications, manufacturing instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Build or rework printed circuit boards (PCBAs) and wire harnesses
• Assist with procurement and tracking of inventory

• Are a self-starter with a desire to build products that help improve patient outcomes
• Troubleshoot problems systematically and methodically, basing decisions on evidence
• Have strong time management skills and communicate conflicts to management and the team
• Interpret documentation including assembly drawings, CAD models, cable drawings, electrical schematics, and Bills of Materials to execute assembly, repair, and procurement tasks
• Use basic hand and bench tools, multimeters, soldering and de-soldering equipment, calipers, and drill presses with high proficiency
• Have experience with basic shop chemicals and understand the use of corresponding Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• Use Word and Excel for tracking work and communicating results

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 8 years total experience in R&D environment or assembly-related technical trade.
• Experience using measurement devices such as dial indicators and digital multimeters
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs

• Can use standard machine shop equipment such as mills and lathes
• Soldering and PCBA and harness rework
• Experience with oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized test equipment
• Have worked on benchtop biotech instruments
• Associates degree in Applied Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology or similar and/or Certificate in Technical trade
• An bachelor’s degree in engineering may be considered in place of years of work experience

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Career development
• The opportunity to make a global impact and pioneer solutions

Check out our Careers page to see all our benefits and what it’s like working with us. https://pattern.bio/join-us/

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pattern Bioscience has recently been made aware of a growing number of email scams targeting job candidates in our industry. Our team at Pattern use @pattern.bio email addresses exclusively. We do not ask candidates to purchase anything through us or to provide sensitive identifiable information via email. If a person claiming to be a Pattern recruiter with an alternative domain reaches out to you regarding a job posting, please report it to our team by emailing [email protected] with details.