Compensation Overview

$90,000 - $210,000Annually

Junior, Mid, Senior

San Bruno, CA, USA

Required Skills

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Requirements

Bachelor or Master in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent; or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability. Senior roles available for more experienced candidates
3+ years of relevant experience
Experience in commissioning complex electro- mechanical systems
Passion for understanding and improving complex systems
High-voltage electrical (AC and DC) and mechanical systems
Experienced in instrumentation and data acquisition design
Background in optics or mechanics
Creative, self-motivated, flexible to work in a small company environment and assume a wide variety of tasks
Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization, with a compelling technology, and taking products and processes to the next level
Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset

Responsibilities

Assemble, troubleshoot and test prototype consumables, instruments and test benches
Work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Controls and Fluidics R&D Engineers to characterize critical to function components
Provide tight close loop feedback to design team, as well as input to improve mechanical and electrical equipment and infrastructure
Spearhead reliability testing
Collecting and interpreting data from a variety of data acquisition systems
Conducting failure analysis and provide detailed information surrounding failures found along with teardown reports, pictures and data logs
Designing, debugging and troubleshooting test equipment
Lead stress characterization of appropriate usage conditions
Lead and document FMEA (Failure Mode Effects Analysis)
Develop acceleration models and accelerated tests
Develop new reliability test specifications, plans and procedures
Apply design of experiments (DOE)
In-depth research into applicable failure mechanisms
Contribute to failure analysis and use correct methodology to identify root cause of failures
Oversee reliability testing and analysis through product lifecycle
Provide accurate and in-depth statistical analysis and reliability reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement mitigations for reliability risks

Position Summary

We are seeking an innovative and highly motivated Reliability and Test Engineer with a focus on consumables and automation equipment who will contribute significantly to the development of our advanced cell therapy manufacturing platform.

This role & individual will interface across many parts of the company (with scientists, researchers, and engineers) to develop the best solutions possible.

The successful candidate will provide hands-on expertise in testing prototype consumables and instruments. Cellares’ Reliability & Test Engineer is responsible for validating the fluidic, thermal, electrical and mechanical reliability of components and systems throughout our product line. We are seeking a multi-faceted Engineer supporting our R&D efforts.

Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and be prepared to tackle a broad selection of challenges as the company grows.

Responsibilities

Assemble, troubleshoot and test prototype consumables, instruments and test benches
Work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Controls and Fluidics R&D Engineers to characterize critical to function components
Provide tight close loop feedback to design team, as well as input to improve mechanical and electrical equipment and infrastructure
Spearhead reliability testing
Collecting and interpreting data from a variety of data acquisition systems
Conducting failure analysis and provide detailed information surrounding failures found along with teardown reports, pictures and data logs
Designing, debugging and troubleshooting test equipment
Lead stress characterization of appropriate usage conditions
Lead and document FMEA (Failure Mode Effects Analysis)
Develop acceleration models and accelerated tests
Develop new reliability test specifications, plans and procedures
Apply design of experiments (DOE)
In-depth research into applicable failure mechanisms
Contribute to failure analysis and use correct methodology to identify root cause of failures
Oversee reliability testing and analysis through product lifecycle
Provide accurate and in-depth statistical analysis and reliability reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement mitigations for reliability risks

Requirements

Bachelor or Master in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent; or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability. Senior roles available for more experienced candidates.
3+ years of relevant experience
Experience in commissioning complex electro- mechanical systems
Passion for understanding and improving complex systems
High-voltage electrical (AC and DC) and mechanical systems
Experienced in instrumentation and data acquisition design
Background in optics or mechanics
Creative, self-motivated, flexible to work in a small company environment and assume a wide variety of tasks
Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization, with a compelling technology, and taking products and processes to the next level
Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset

Annual Salary Range: $90,000 - $210,000

Cellares total compensation package contains competitive base salaries, highly subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, 401(k) Matching, Free EV Charging, Onsite lunches, and Stock options. All displayed pay ranges are approximate, negotiable, and location dependent.

This is Cellares

Cellares is creating the future of cell therapy manufacturing. The company is developing an innovative cell therapy manufacturing solution that is robust, cost-effective and scalable so that cell therapies are more affordable and widely available to patients in need. Our multidisciplinary team comes together from diverse backgrounds with a shared passion for accelerating access to life-saving cell therapies. We value integrity, curiosity, the courage to grow and embrace change. At Cellares, you will collaborate with a world class team of engineers, scientists, and business leaders who are as excited about improving the world as you are.

Leveling will be based on overall experience, education, and demonstration of knowledge throughout the interview process.

Cellares

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Cellares, as the pioneering Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO), is reshaping the cell therapy manufacturing industry with its unique Industry 4.0 approach, integrating all necessary technologies into a single, high-throughput platform called the Cell Shuttle. This end-to-end automation system not only accelerates drug development and manufacturing but also significantly reduces process failure rates and manufacturing costs. With its strategically located Smart Factories and a robust financial backing of over $355 million, Cellares is well-positioned to meet global patient demand for cell therapies, offering potential partners a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving cell therapy market.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$373M

Headquarters

South San Francisco, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 16%

1 year growth

↑ 55%

2 year growth

↑ 98%

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