Design and Manufacturing Engineer

About Us

Formulatrix® was established in 2002 to provide cutting-edge protein crystallization automation solutions. Over the years, the company has expanded its offerings to include intelligent liquid handlers, miniaturized TFF systems, plate delivery robotics, and cell culture automation.

Overview roles

As a Design and Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be relied upon to conduct research and analysis to create the concept of new products, designing systems and components that meet the needs and requirements using engineering tools.

What will you do

• Conducting research and analysis to create the concept of new products.
• Designing systems and components that meet the needs and requirements using engineering tools.
• Building prototypes of automation systems and mechanical components, testing them, and improving the design until the product is ready to manufacture.
• Providing good reports and documentation.
• Reviewing and evaluating existing products to suggest ways to improve them.
• Managing team members and working together to accomplish the goal.
• Working and collaborating with other professionals, both inside and outside the engineering sector.
• Planning milestones, project time frame, and goals.
• Managing projects using engineering principles and techniques.
• Monitoring and commissioning engineering system.

What are we looking for

Education:

• Minimum Diploma (D3/D4) in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.

Experience:

• At least 1 year of working experience in design and manufacturing process (machining and fabrication).
• Has experience in mechanical design, automation, special purpose and manufacturing (machining and fabrication).
• Has experience with DFMEA/PFMEA, design improvement, product trials, and root cause analysis.

Technical Skills:

• Strong mechanical knowledge in kinematics, precision & moving assemblies, and small mechanisms/SPM.
• Have the ability of using CAD/CAM (SolidWorks or Onshape is a plus).
• Have the ability to operate a CNC machine.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Join Us

• Work and learn directly with experienced engineers and product managers globally
• Challenge yourself by learning cutting edge new technologies every day
• Create software and products that directly impact medicine discovery and life science research
• Escape the heat and congestion of the large cities and enjoy nature, mountains, biking and rafting with company outing trips organized for team building activities
• Opportunities for continued networking and professional development
• Join a very stable, profitable company that has been manufacturing and engineering in Salatiga since 2006 with no layoffs and continuing to grow rapidly
• Real flexible hours where if you are needed to work late hours, you can make up that time during the day. You also have the ability to shift your hours around to help meet your family's needs (no crazy eCommerce schedules!)
• Casual and relaxed atmosphere with plenty of outlets to reduce stress and tension including ping pong, billiards, team outings, mini gym, professional development lunches and more
• Opportunities to travel to customer sites and offshore locations may be necessary as needed.