Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Santa Clara CA (On-site)

Job Term: Full-Time

The Role

We seek a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design development and commercialization of next-generation

analytical instruments and supporting hardware. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who combines

strong mechanical design skills with creativity technical precision and the ability to collaborate across engineering

disciplines.

You will work closely with other mechanical electrical systems and manufacturing engineers to develop innovative

solutions for precision gas analyzers sample-handling components and mobile measurement platforms. This role

offers the opportunity to take ownership of mechanical subsystems from concept through production while

contributing to meaningful work that advances environmental industrial and scientific measurement technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Design prototype and refine mechanical assemblies and subsystems for advanced analytical

instrumentation

Collaborate with electrical optical and systems engineering teams to ensure mechanical designs meet

performance manufacturability and reliability targets

Generate detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks with a focus on DfX principles (Design for

Manufacturing Assembly Serviceability and Reliability)

Support product development through all phases from concept and prototyping to production release

following the companys New Product Introduction (NPI) process.

Conduct design reviews tolerance analyses and performance validation to ensure robustness and

compliance with product specifications

Contribute to rapid prototyping and mechanical testing in collaboration with scientists and manufacturing

engineers

Participate in thermal flow and structural analyses (using FEA and CFD tools where applicable)

Work with manufacturing and supply chain teams to transition designs into scalable production

Maintain thorough documentation of designs test results and design changes in accordance with ISO/IEC

standards

Collaborate closely with external vendors to ensure optimal manufacturing processes

Qualifications:

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (M.S. preferred)

Proficiency in SolidWorks for mechanical modeling and drawing generation

Strong knowledge in material selection for component design

Experience designing components for industrial or scientific instrumentation

Working knowledge of thermal management fluid/gas flow and pressure stability principles

Familiarity with FEA modeling ergonomic/industrial design and tolerance analysis (GD&T)

Understanding of product development processes and best practices in mechanical design

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary

teams

Preferred Experience

Background in gas handling precision machining or instrument packaging Familiarity with usage of inert plastics and coatings

Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques and laboratory instrumentation

Working knowledge of RF and EMI protection in packaging design

Exposure to instrumentation for analytical chemistry spectroscopy or environmental sensing

Experience supporting transition from engineering to manufacturing in a regulated production environment

Salary & Benefits

The base salary range for this full-time position is $95000 to $110000. Our total compensation packages includes

base salary bonus eligibility and base salary range and title will be determined based on the location

experience qualification skills knowledge level and pay of employees in similar positions.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical Dental and Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans

Life Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program

401K

Social events (summer picnic holiday party team lunches etc.)

On-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges outdoor bootcamp flu-shots etc.)

About Picarro:

We are the worlds leader in timely trusted and actionable data using enhanced optical spectroscopy. Our

solutions are used in a wide variety of applications including natural gas leak detection ethylene oxide emissions

monitoring semiconductor fabrication pharmaceutical petrochemical atmospheric science air quality

greenhouse gas measurements food safety hydrology ecology and more. Our software and hardware are

designed and manufactured in Santa Clara California and are used in over 90 countries worldwide based on over

65 patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology and are unparalleled in their precision

ease of use and reliability.

At Picarro we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive

consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion national origin protected veteran status

gender identity social orientation or disability. Posted positions are not open to third-party recruiters/agencies

and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referrals.

At Picarro we strive to ensure that all individuals regardless of their abilities have equal opportunities. If you are

an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application

process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an

alternative method for applying please contact Picarro Inc. at for assistance.