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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Sartorius

Ann Arbor, USonsitePosted Jul 25, 2026
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About the role

At Sartorius, we are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Ann Arbor, MI. In this on-site role, you will be responsible for conducting product development activities within the Product Development – Mechanical Engineering team according to the Sartorius Product Development Life Cycle process. You will work with a team of engineers and scientists to conceive, model, prototype, and test laboratory products in accordance with established requirements, goals, and objectives.

Onsite role based at our Ann Arbor, MI site

What you will accomplish together with us:

Develop mechanical designs for new laboratory products

Prototype mechanical designs in-house using commercial 3D printers and metalworking machinery

Partner with machine shops and manufacturing houses to produce parts for Sartorius instruments, coordinating technical communication to ensure adherence to design specifications

Develop test protocols, execute test cases and write test reports during prototyping and product verification

Participate in design transfer to production; draft and maintain assembly work instructions and specifications; support manufacturing line start-up and troubleshooting under guidance

Conduct engineering analyses (structural, thermal, vibration, corrosion) and drive data-based decisions

What will convince us:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or higher education required

7+ years of experience developing laboratory products and instrumentation

Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent CAD program

Demonstrated knowledge of applied mechanical engineering in product design and verification

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively regarding ideas and mechanical engineering concepts to other individuals and teams

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Must have hands-on work experience that involve using tools, machines, soldering equipment, etc. to build and test mechanical systems

Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment

What We Offer

As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits: Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as “Coaching”, “Agile Working” and a “Businesswomen’s Network” Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs. Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401 k (with generous company match) Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women’s Health, Health Advocate Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

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Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

We look forward to receiving your application.

www.sartorius.com/career

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at accommodationrequest@sartorius.com

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at accommodationrequest@sartorius.com

About Sartorius

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application. www.sartorius.com/careers

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