About Aumintec
Aumintec is a Canadian life sciences company focused on advancing molecular diagnostics and lab automation, located in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Our portfolio includes qPCR systems, nucleic acid extraction platforms, and automated liquid handling solutions designed to make high-performance technologies accessible to research and applied laboratories.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Mid-level Mechanical Engineer who is willing to become part of a team responsible for developing, testing and documenting new lab automation machines. You must do things thoroughly and in a logical, orderly manner. Creativity and attention to detail are necessary for success in this position. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a team environment, self-motivated and have a good understanding of new product development.
· Work with the engineering team to design and develop new lab automation machines (liquid handling workstation, qPCR, orbital shaker, thermoelectric cooler, etc.).
· Research and generate conceptual design.
· Evaluate the different concepts to select a good one.
· Detail your chosen design down to 3D model of mechanical components and assemblies.
· Analyze, calculate and simulate your design to be confident it will work.
· Create 2D engineering drawings (with GD&T and BOMs) for manufacturing.
· Coordinate and assist with parts machining and purchasing.
· Must be hands-on; assemble, troubleshoot, debug, and qualify subsystems and components. Resolve design issues as appropriate.
· Develop the required documentations during the development and for transfer to production.
· Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent program.
2. Minimum 5 years experience in mechanical design of robotics automation or medical device.
3. Knowledge of engineering principles, practices and procedures.
4. Strong grasps of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance methods (GD&T) in creating component and assembly detail drawings.
5. An understanding of manufacturing and machining processes, electronic and thermodynamics principles.
6. Able to work hands-on with models and prototypes.
7. Problem-solving and project management skills.
8. Eligible to travel outside Canada.
9. Proficient with SolidWorks software.
10. Proficient in verbal and written English.
11. Mandarin language skills are asset.
Probation period
This full-time employment position is subject to a 3-month probation period.
Compensation
· Starting salary $70,000 to $80,000 per year.
· Performance-based bonus at the end of each year
· Group extended healthcare insurance (after probation period)
Contact: [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3K1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person
