Mechanical Engineer

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Santa Clara, CA
. Details for the position are as follows:

Contract: 6 months with possible extension and/or conversion

100% onsite in Santa Clara, CA

• You will lead the end-to-end mechanical design and development of mechanical sub-systems including electro-mechanical, pneumatic, fluidic, and thermal components.
• You will collaborate with engineers from other disciplines (electrical, consumables, materials) to define and manage all critical technical interfaces for your module.
• You will develop Client mechanisms for automated reagent and flow cell loading, clamping, and sealing, ensuring reliability over repeated use.
• You will architect and design thermal control systems, including the specification and integration of heating/cooling elements, sensors, condensation control, and heat management.
• You will partner with internal and external simulation experts to guide and validate CFD, thermal, and optical models, using empirical data to refine designs.
• You will serve as the primary technical expert for your sub-system during integration, verification, and troubleshooting activities, working directly with the Systems Integration team.

• Demonstrated deep, hands-on expertise in the design, development, and testing of complex mechanical, electro-mechanical, and pneumatic systems, preferably for life science or diagnostic instrumentation.
• Demonstrated hands-on expertise in thermal management and the design of precision temperature control systems.
• Experience developing fluidics systems and their interfaces including pumps, valves, tubing, sensors, and material selection.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Solid Works) for detailed design and the creation of manufacturing drawings.
• Expertise designing components for a variety of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, 3D printing).