Senior Mechanical Engineer, Miniaturized Sensing Platforms

The Team

The Diagnostics team develops next-generation sensing technologies for real-time molecular monitoring in living systems. We bring together engineers, chemists, biologists, and translational scientists to create wearable and implantable platforms that enable high-impact applications in healthcare, therapeutics, and disease monitoring.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of miniaturized sensing systems for wearable and implantable medical devices. This person will play a critical role in translating early-stage prototypes into robust, manufacturable products by driving the mechanical design of housings, connectors, enclosures, microdevice assemblies, and packaging solutions.

This is a highly cross-functional role that sits at the intersection of engineering, biology, materials science, and product development. The engineer will work closely with scientists and external manufacturing partners to develop compact, high-performance sensing systems that can operate reliably in demanding biological environments.

What You'll Do

• Lead the mechanical design and development of wearable, implantable, and miniaturized sensing platforms for biomedical applications
• Design and prototype components, connectors, enclosures, fixtures, and packaging solutions for sensor systems and associated electronics
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical, electrical, biological, and materials requirements into a manufacturable product
• Collaborate with external vendors and manufacturing partners to source, fabricate, and refine high-precision components and assemblies
• Conduct prototyping, testing, failure analysis, and design optimization to improve reliability, manufacturability, and long-term device performance

What You'll Bring

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline
• At minimum 2+ years of professional experience
• Strong industrial experience in medical device development, preferably involving wearable devices, implantable systems, or miniaturized sensing technologies
• Expertise in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Fusion 360 and experience designing precision mechanical systems
• Experience with medical-grade materials, hydrogels, soft materials, connectors, packaging, and biocompatible assemblies
• Strong communication skills and experience working with external vendors, contract manufacturers, and multidisciplinary technical teams

Compensation

The Chicago, IL base pay range for a new hire in this role is $162,000 - $171,700. New hires are typically hired into the lower portion of the range, enabling employee growth in the range over time. Actual placement in range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process.

This position may be eligible to participate in our discretionary annual performance bonus program. Bonus eligibility and targets are determined in accordance with our total rewards philosophy and may vary by role.

Better Together

As we grow, we’re excited to strengthen in-person connections and cultivate a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This role is a onsite position requiring you to be in office approximately 5 days a week.

Benefits for the Whole You

We’re thankful to have an incredible team behind our work. To honor their commitment, we offer a wide range of benefits to support the people who make all we do possible.

• Provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.
• Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.
• Funding for select family-forming benefits.
• Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving

If you’re interested in a role but your previous experience doesn’t perfectly align with each qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the perfect fit for this or another role.

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