One of the clients of Sharp Decisions is looking for an R&D Engineer - Mechanical & Bioengineering in Santa Clara, CA. This is an on-site position with a 12-month contract (possible extension) Job Description * As an Engineer, you will tackle a variety of tasks and projects that will help us advance our technology and hardware related to our next-generation DNA sequencing systems. * Your efforts will cover many aspects related to the fabrication, assembly and testing of custom devices, fixtures, breadboards and prototypes. Specific responsibilities may include: * Using equipment and techniques such as CNC milling/machining, laser cutting and 3D printing to create and modify parts * Operating, repairing and maintaining various lab equipment and instruments, including custom systems * Conducting various microfabrication-related activities such as cleaning substrates, using photolithography equipment, etching and bonding * Fabricating and assembling mesofluidic and microfluidic devices and systems * Testing, characterizing and optimizing device and system performance * Collecting data, documenting observations and helping to analyze and interpret results * Utilizing various types of metrology instruments to characterize parts and evaluate manufacturing methods * Collaborating with other scientists and engineers to generate test plans, protocols and reports QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate shall exhibit a high degree of motivation, ingenuity and resourcefulness to help us solve problems, invent new technology and develop cutting-edge products. The candidate should also have * 1-5 years of industry experience fabricating parts, assembling devices or instruments, performing tests and troubleshooting systems * A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering or similar discipline * A solid understanding of engineering fundamentals * The ability to work independently, with little to no supervision * A meticulous mindset * A positive, friendly, proactive attitude and a passion for science and technology. * A desire to learn and be challenged The ideal candidate should also have * Experience with Solidworks and CAM software * Experience with fabricating, assembling and testing electro-mechanical and fluidic systems * Experience working in a cleanroom