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Within the Fluidics group, our focus is on the fluid handling and microscale dispensing of biologically relevant fluids. The ideal candidate can combine an understanding of mechanical and biological concepts to support the development of new technologies and devices. Day-to-day activities may include individual component and system-level design work (e.g., 3D CAD), procurement of testing componentry, interfacing with a multidisciplinary team of collaborators (e.g., biologists, controls engineers, mechanical engineers, etc.), and prototype device building and setup. Familiarity with liquid pumps, pneumatics, and electromechanical fluid components (e.g., valves, pressure sensors, flow meters) would be beneficial in these activities. The ideal candidate also embraces the build & testing portions of the Design-Build-Test-Iterate cycle for devices and equipment that are located at TARGAN headquarters and/or in the field at hatchery locations. A strong ability to conduct well-defined and repeatable tests, record procedures & findings, analyze data, and effectively communicate results is expected from this role.\nKey Job Responsibilities\nSupport R&D (design, build, tests, and analysis) of fluid systems. \nDevelop designs using 3D solid modeling and 2D ANSI standard engineering drawings for suppliers, vendors or company reports.\nWork with vendors/suppliers in the acquisition of components based on component performance, quality, price and delivery capabilities.\nCommunicate effectively with colleagues to ensure compatibility of designs with engineering standards and product goals, as required.\nCollaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team of stakeholders (e.g., mechanical engineers, controls engineers, computer vision engineers, biological scientists, etc.).\nConduct benchtop testing of prototype equipment and analyze data.\nTake an active role in field trials of prototypes and commercial systems in poultry hatchery settings.\nTravel to hatchery test sites to support deployment and testing of equipment.\nKey Competencies & Skills\nProficient in designing parts and assemblies in 3D CAD platform - required.\nDemonstrated experience with complete product development cycle (design, develop, and deploy) medical, diagnostics, or industrial automation systems \nProficient in designing parts and assemblies with Solidworks CAD platform \nDesigning sheet metal components and welded assemblies \nDeveloping motion-based electro-mechanical sub-systems \nDeveloping fluidics delivery components and sub-systems \nUtilizing Design of Experiments/DMAIC techniques to solve complex mechanical problems \nApplying and/or using simulation, CFD/FEA tools \nExperience with data acquisition systems (hardware/software) \nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering\nMinimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience developing fluid handling and dispensing systems for biologics\nWorking Conditions: \nThe employee is required to stand and/or sit while performing repetitive tasks for extended periods of time. 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