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Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer Jobs in California

Cesna Group

Computer Vision R&D Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

We are seeking an Intermediate Computer Vision R&D Engineer to join our team. The candidate will be part of the core team of computer vision engineers. We will be developing new product lines ...

First Solar

Development Engineer II

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$89K - $127K/yr

Perform material and device research to enhance thin film solar cell performance and stability and ... Plan, execute and characterize development engineering experiments in the laboratory and ...

First Solar

Development Engineer I

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$89K - $127K/yr

Perform material and device research to enhance thin film solar cell performance and stability and ... Plan, execute and characterize development engineering experiments in the laboratory and ...

Teledyne

Process Development Engineer

Goleta, CA

$90K - $121K/yr

As part of the uncooled detector (focal plane array) research and development team, the successful candidate will have responsibility for engineering wafer fab processes including plasma etch, thin ...

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What is the difference between Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer vs Entry-level Mechanical Engineer?

AspectEntrylevel Research And Development EngineerEntry-level Mechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; some roles may prefer internships or project experienceBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline; internships are common
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, product development teams, innovation centersDesign offices, manufacturing plants, testing facilities
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, R&D departments, manufacturing firmsMechanical design firms, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing industries

While both roles require a bachelor's degree and involve engineering work, the Entrylevel Research And Development Engineer focuses on innovation, product development, and research activities, often in lab settings. In contrast, the Entry-level Mechanical Engineer typically works on designing, testing, and improving mechanical systems in manufacturing or industrial environments. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career interests.

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Research Associate - Process Research & Development 2

Centrillion Biosciences, Inc.

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Centrillion is creating transformative genomic technologies leveraging engineering and biochemistry breakthroughs to accelerate discovery and reveal the real genome that has thus far been obscured by its complexity and the limitations of existing technologies. Our team of scientists and engineers is committed to making a new generation of genomic technologies accessible and affordable for a multitude of previously unapproachable apps. Centrillion is backed by venture capital and strategic investors and is located at Palo Alto, CA, at the innovation center of Silicon Valley and close to Stanford University.

Job Description

Centrillion is seeking a creative, energetic, resourceful chemist or chemical engineer to join a multidisciplinary research team developing new technologies for genomic sequence analysis.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct supervised research to develop new reagents, materials and processes for the development of new manufacturing technologies.
* Organic synthesis
* Carry out instrumental chemical analysis to evaluate performance of components and processes
* Documentation of experimental work; analysis of data; documenting and presenting results
* Preparation of written methods and SOPs
* Calibrating and maintaining analytical instruments, process tools & systems.
* Procurement of components, materials, reagents
* Support R&D and Manufacturing Pilot and QC operations

Qualifications

* BS or MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Biochemistry
* knowledge & hands-on experience in organic and polymer chemistry
* Industry R&D experience in one or more of the following areas:
* organic small molecule synthesis
* automated DNA or Peptide Synthesis
* use of instrumentation for chemical and spectroscopic analysis, such as LC, MS, HPLC, NMR, FTIR, UV, Fluorescence, etc.
* basic cleanroom / microfabrication processing technologies
* Demonstrated ability to plan and execute research experiments
* Excellent problem solving skills.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and interdisciplinary teamwork skills
* She/he will be required to develop additional competencies, and apply practical skills and knowledge to solving a variety of applied scientific and technical problems

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  Please attach your resume (rather than copy and paste) when you apply to this position. 

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