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Engineering Technician

Nanopath · Cambridge, MA · On-site

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About Nanopath

Nanopath has developed deep technological breakthroughs that have the potential to change the molecular diagnostic paradigm. Backed by Norwest.

About the role

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Nanopath we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every point in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Hands-on experience assembling cartridge consumables, microfluidic devices, or other plastic disposables, ideally for medical devices or diagnostics
  • Hands-on experience building electromechanical assemblies or instruments
  • Proficiency with hand and power tools, precision measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges), and basic electrical test equipment (multimeter, power supply)
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials, working familiarity with GD&T is a plus
  • Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment (ISO 13485, FDA QSR/QMSR), including following controlled procedures and completing device history or build records
  • Experience in cleanroom or controlled-environment assembly, ESD-safe handling, or IPC soldering and cable/harness standards (e.g., IPC J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620) is a plus
More about this role

Nanopath is developing a first-in-class in vitro diagnostics platform to transform how diseases are diagnosed. We aim to replace lengthy molecular testing workflows by bringing rapid, high-quality diagnostics closer to the patient. Our mission is to improve patient outcomes – starting with women – through a purpose-built platform that delivers actionable results within a single office visit.

The company is headquartered at The Engine, the premier tough technology incubator in the Kendall Square ecosystem. We are collectively committed to health equity and the design of solutions for underserved populations and low-resource settings. Corporate sustainability – both environmental and social – is at the forefront of our decision making.

  • Support the assembly, build, and testing of Nanopath's point-of-care molecular diagnostic platform, including the fluidic cartridge consumable and the optical reader instrument.
  • Assemble plastic cartridge consumables, including component preparation, bonding, sealing, and reagent loading, following documented work instructions.
  • Build and integrate electromechanical assemblies for reader systems, including mechanisms, motors, sensors, optics,...

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