Mechanical/Automation Engineer

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About Achira Labs

 Achira Labs is a deep technology company developing innovative diagnostic and biosensor platforms to bring affordable, high-quality testing closer to patients. Our interdisciplinary teams work across microfluidics, biochemistry, optics, electronics, and mechanical design to build impactful products for healthcare.

Role Summary

hands-on Mechanical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Design well constrained mechanical parts, assemblies, and mechanisms in 

  CAD

  (preferably SolidWorks)
• Draft manufacturing drawings as per prevailing industry standards
• Fabricate, assemble, and refine prototypes using in-house tools like 

  3D printers, laser cutters and manual machining tools

  .
• Design and develop assembly fixtures, automated jigs, and enclosures, ensuring ease of manufacturing and robust performance.
• Evaluate, improve, and troubleshoot prototypes to achieve functional, robust, and polished solutions – 

  not just quick fixes

  .
• Integrate mechanical designs with 

  basic electronics and optical systems

  , e.g., motors, sensors, lenses, and filters.
• Familiar with basic 

  electronics tasks

  , such as soldering, wiring, and interfacing sensors and actuators for prototype validation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (electronics, fluidics, and biosensor scientists) to translate requirements into working hardware and communicate trade-offs to the respective stakeholders.
• Co-ordinate with respective vendors to clearly communicate manufacturing/sourcing constraints
• Take ownership of assigned targets and deliver 

  working prototypes within agreed timelines

  , with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree

   in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical product design, new product development or prototyping;

  experience in healthcare, optical, or medical device applications is a plus.
• Strong 

  hands-on skills

   in prototyping, assembly, and fabrication.
• Proficiency in 

  CAD

  (SolidWorks preferred) for part and assembly modelling, basic simulations, and preparation for manufacturing or 3D printing.
• Strong understanding of DFx methodologies and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles
• A working knowledge of 

  fundamental mechanical engineering principles

  , especially related to fluid mechanics, and mechanism design.
• Familiarity with 

  3D printing

  , including design for printability and post-processing.
• Exposure to 

  basic electronics

   – wiring, soldering, and programming microcontrollers for simple automation tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to 

  build neat, functional prototypes

  , with attention to finish and detail.

• Self-driven

  , curious, and resourceful, with a hobbyist approach to building and learning new tools or techniques.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience working in a 

  startup, maker lab, or rapid prototyping environment

  .
• Familiarity with 

  automation systems

  , motors, actuators, and simple control systems.
• Familiarity with optical system design
• Familiarity with Solidworks PDM would be advantageous
• Exposure to 

  fluidics or biomedical device prototyping

   is a plus but not mandatory.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on 

  cutting-edge diagnostic platforms

   that impact healthcare accessibility.
• A 

  multidisciplinary environment

   with freedom to experiment and learn.
• Access to in-house 

  prototyping facilities

   including CNC machines, 3D printers, and microfabrication tools.
• A collaborative team that values 

  rigor, creativity, and practical innovation

  .