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Mechanical Engineer
Company: Cepheid
Location: Lodi, CA
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 08/20/2026
Job Categories: Engineering
Job Description
Mechanical Engineer

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cepheid, one of Danahers 15+ operating companies, our work saves livesand were all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

Youll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danahers system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact innovating at the speed of life.

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, youll get to make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the worlds most complex health challenges. Together, we bring MORE change to the world.

Learn about the Danaher Business System, which makes everything possible.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for applying engineering principles to the planning, design, development, documentation, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated manufacturing equipment, instruments, systems, and related processes that support reliable production performance.

This position reports to the Sr Manager, MFG Automation Engineering, Tuesday - Sunday, 9 pm- 5 am, and is part of the MFG Automation Engineering department located in Lodi, CA, and will be an on-site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Complete assigned tasks for mechanical system reliability-centered maintenance, preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and condition-based maintenance programs.
  • Execute, repair, and monitor critical mechanical work processes including inspections, mechanical safety, and engineering feedback for automated line improvements.
  • Lead problem-solving and failure analysis for mechanical systems including sensors, HMIs, gearboxes, actuators, pneumatics, bearings, motors, robotics, fiber optics, vision systems, welding systems, servo systems, heating systems, RTDs, thermal probes, MCCs, and P&IDs.
  • Design prototypes and mechanical improvements that increase equipment reliability, maintainability, and manufacturing performance.
  • Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and EHS teams to implement safe, compliant, and sustainable automation improvements.

The essential requirements of the job include:

  • Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 2+ years of related work experience OR Masters degree in field with 0-2+ years of related work experience.
  • Experience supporting mechanical design, troubleshooting equipment, reliability improvement, preventive maintenance, or automated manufacturing systems.
  • Experience using engineering and productivity tools such as Minitab, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Visio, Power BI, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience using basic hand tools and measuring equipment such as calipers, digital or laser rulers, protractors, and 3D printers.
  • Experience working in a manufacturing, production, laboratory, or equipment support environment.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

  • Ability to work on-site in a manufacturing environment and support equipment-related activities as needed.
  • Ability to lift, move, or carry tools, components, or equipment consistent with site safety requirements.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

  • Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical equipment in an automated manufacturing or production environment.
  • Experience using Six Sigma or continuous improvement tools to improve reliability, quality, or process performance.

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.

Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.

The annual salary range for this role is $81,500$112,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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Join our winning team today. Together, well accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrows science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.


For more information, visit www.danaher.com.


Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.


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We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com.

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