Senior Product Development Engineer

PBS Biotech•Camarillo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Product Development Engineer, you will play an important role in bringing new laboratory instruments to life. This is a hands-on position where you will help shape and improve products that support cell therapy manufacturing — from early concepts through launch. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to solve design challenges, improve product performance, and ensure new solutions can be successfully built and scaled. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys building real products, working collaboratively, and seeing their work move from concept to production.

Requirements

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or similar)
5+ years in product development
Strong design and problem-solving skills
Experience working with manufacturing teams
Proven expertise in CAD software and product design tools Experience with product testing, validation, and quality assurance protocols.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance requirements relevant to the industry.
Knowledge of software development lifecycle and embedded systems integration.
Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification.
Experience with micro-fluidic handling, Rockwell automation, SolidWorks and injection molded part design preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle from concept through prototyping, testing, and production release.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and marketing to define product requirements and specifications.
Conduct detailed technical analysis and feasibility studies to guide design decisions and optimize product functionality.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to ensure adherence to best practices and continuous improvement.
Manage project timelines, resources, and risk assessments to ensure on-time delivery of product milestones.
Engage with suppliers and external partners to source components and integrate new technologies effectively.
Analyze customer feedback and field data to drive iterative improvements and resolve product issues post-launch.