Mechanical Design Engineer for R&D and Custom Product Development

Mechanical Design Engineer for R&D and Custom Product Development

Location: Ithaca, NY, home of Cornell University and Ithaca College, in the beautiful Finger Lakes wine region.

Job Type: Full-time. On site.

About the Role:

Are you a versatile engineer who loves bringing complex automated systems to life? Are you looking for a scientifically and technically challenging research and development position with large real-world impacts?

MiTeGen has been providing innovative solutions for X-ray and electron-based diffraction and imaging and for biomolecular and pharmaceutical R&D since 2004. Our products are used in academic, government, and industrial laboratories in more than 40 countries and on the International Space Station.

We are looking for talented innovators to join our team and to focus on design and commercial development of instruments and tools as we continue to expand our capabilities and market reach into biological, biomedical and agricultural applications.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer at MiTeGen, you will have the opportunity to prototype, design, build, test, and commercialize tools and instrumentation that bridge the gap between concept and cutting-edge research. If you have a “maker” mindset and thrive on seeing your designs go from an idea to a physical reality, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rapidly design, prototype and test mechanical components to support mechatronic/robotic R&D initiatives for Cryo IVF systems.
• Work closely alongside cross-functional engineering teams to design, fabricate, and evaluate novel mechanical components.
• Work with external customers to design, quote and fabricate custom products with a focus on designing for cost and manufacturability.
• Develop, execute, and document product tests to ensure functionality, reliability and safety.
• Communicate, plan, and execute projects alongside internal teams while proactively aligning with external collaborators to manage schedules, track deliverables, and address project needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and business teams to transition products from R&D concept to full commercialization.

Job Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Candidates with 2-year degrees and exceptional experience will also be considered.
• Mechanical & CAD Design: Strong mechanical design experience with a preference for SolidWorks.
• Experience: 3+ years of mechanical design experience
• Excitement and ability to learn new things

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working in an R&D environment.
• Knowledge of basic & advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerancing stack ups.
• Time Management: Adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines in both an R&D and production environment.
• Leadership: Interest and accomplished experience in leading small teams and/or in project management.
• Solutions Engineering: Ability to partner with customers to identify needs and innovate solutions.
• AI & Tools: Willingness to learn and integrate AI where appropriate.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Above band salary possible for exceptionally qualified individuals.
• Company sponsored 401(k) (after 1 year)
• 401(k) match (after 1 year)
• A fully equipped engineering workshop and collaborative laboratory environment.
• The opportunity to work on highly impactful technology with a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a mechanical design portfolio or brief description highlighting your mechanical design experience.

About MiTeGen:

MiTeGen invents, develops, and custom engineers a range of products for academic, government and industrial scientists engaged in research into biomolecular structure and function, in the development of new pharmaceuticals and biomaterials, and in assisted reproduction of domestic, biomedical research and endangered species.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• cryogenics: 1 year (Preferred)
• design verification testing: 1 year (Preferred)
• mechanical design and fabrication (w/o 3D printing): 1 year (Required)
• work beyond college: 2 years (Preferred)
• electromechanical systems: 2 years (Preferred)
• component spec…