Mechanical Engineer I

Danaher Corporation•Loveland, CO

7d•$75 - $85•Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, we know time is the most critical facet in the laboratory today: time to get life-saving therapies to patients faster; reclaiming time by automating tedious manual workflows; and saving time spent addressing erroneous or complex results. We are partners in time and accelerate answers to critical questions through the power of automation. We develop innovations for scientists by scientists, with many of our 3,300+ global colleagues coming from the laboratory. It’s all part of our time-tested approach to bringing meaningful innovations at the speed of life since 1935. And we’re just beginning. Working together, let’s put our time and talents together to advance human health for tomorrow. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. As a Mechanical Engineer I at Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, you will design, test, and sustain advanced analytical systems by working hands‑on with multidisciplinary teams—mechanical, electrical, optical, fluidic, software, and scientific—to build instruments that accelerate biologic drug development. This is a full‑lifecycle, sleeves‑rolled‑up role: you’ll prototype and iterate on concepts, analyze and test system‑level performance, collaborate with software and scientists to ensure seamless system behavior, and thoroughly document your designs and results. CAD work will ebb and flow with project needs, and you’ll be supported by experienced senior engineers who will mentor you as you take on increasingly complex challenges. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Product Development for Cell Health R&D Hardware based in Loveland, Colorado and is part of the larger Global Cell Health and Centrifuge R&D team. The role is fully on‑site in Loveland, Colorado. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Design, build, and test opto‑electro‑mechanical systems to meet performance, reliability, and product requirements. Collaborate hands‑on across mechanical, electrical, optical, fluidic, software, and scientific disciplines to develop and sustain life‑science instrumentation. Prototype, iterate, and conduct system‑level testing to evaluate performance, troubleshoot issues, and refine designs. Develop and execute component‑ and system‑level test methods, documenting results and engineering decisions to support development, manufacturing, and field service. Participate in design reviews and support fielded products, driving continuous improvement while ensuring long‑term safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work independently and in cross‑functional teams in a hands-on R&D environment.
Experience with CAD modeling, mechanical drawings, and tolerancing for design and documentation.
Hands on experience building, testing, and troubleshooting physical systems

Nice To Haves

SolidWorks for part, assembly, and drawing creation.
ASME GD&T standards for precision mechanical design.
Machining, bench‑level fabrication, or rapid 3D prototyping to support quick iterations.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and test opto‑electro‑mechanical systems to meet performance, reliability, and product requirements.
Collaborate hands‑on across mechanical, electrical, optical, fluidic, software, and scientific disciplines to develop and sustain life‑science instrumentation.
Prototype, iterate, and conduct system‑level testing to evaluate performance, troubleshoot issues, and refine designs.
Develop and execute component‑ and system‑level test methods, documenting results and engineering decisions to support development, manufacturing, and field service.
Participate in design reviews and support fielded products, driving continuous improvement while ensuring long‑term safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce.
We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement.
This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home.
Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team.
Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Beckman Coulter Life Sciences can provide.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.