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Mechanical Engineer

Location Oakland, California, United States Date posted November 12, 2025 Job ID 20701 Pay Range $95,000 to $125,000
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Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
Role Overview: Join our team to design and develop injection molded and machined mechanical components and assemblies for pipettes and other precision liquid handling instruments. This role involves hands-on support for prototype development, testing, and validation activities, alongside collaboration with electrical and firmware engineers to create advanced electromechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop injection molded and machined components and assemblies for precision instruments.
  • Support prototype development, testing, and validation to ensure product quality and functionality.
  • Collaborate closely with electrical and firmware engineering teams to develop integrated electromechanical systems.
  • Work with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure designs meet all functional and quality standards.
  • Participate actively in design reviews and contribute to solving complex engineering challenges.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, including CAD models, technical drawings, and specifications.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to mechanical engineering and laboratory instrumentation.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship at any time. This includes CPT, OPT, F-1, J-1, H-1B, or any other employment visa categories. Please note, relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What You Need to Succeed
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • 1-5 years of experience in mechanical design or product development (internships and co-ops may be considered).
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, etc.). Autodesk Inventor preferred
  • Basic knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
  • Working knowledge of motors and/or electronic actuators
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.

Preferred Experience:

  • Knowledge and/or experience designing injection molded parts
  • Experience designing electro-mechanical systems (including housing for PCBAs, sensors, wiring, etc.)
  • Experience with 3D printing prototyping techniques
  • Basic programming skills in C, Python, Labview, or C++
  • Experience with precision instruments or laboratory equipment.
  • Familiarity with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) 
Our Offer to You
  • Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
  • Tuition reimbursement, educational matching gift program, perks and discounts
  • Parental and caregiver leave programs
  • All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
  • Global market strength and worldwide leadership in precision instrumentation
  • A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
  • Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards across Mettler Toledo
  • Global recognition for the quality of our products and services
About Mettler Toledo
METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.

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