Eurofins Food & Feed Testing is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop practical engineering solutions that eliminate workplace hazards across our laboratory network.
This position focuses on designing, validating, and implementing engineered solutions that enhance employee safety while maintaining (or improving) process quality and operational performance. Working closely with laboratory operations, maintenance teams, quality personnel, and EHS professionals, the Mechanical Engineer will transform identified hazards and operational challenges into scalable engineering controls that can be deployed across multiple laboratories. This role is a cornerstone of Eurofins' commitment to achieving best-in-class OSHA safety performance across our Eurofins Food & Feed Testing network.
The ideal candidate enjoys solving real-world problems through engineering design, prototyping, equipment modification, ergonomics, automation, and process improvement. Success in this role will be measured by the quality, effectiveness, and adoption of engineered solutions that reduce employee exposure to risk while supporting efficient laboratory operations.
Design and develop engineering controls that eliminate or reduce workplace hazards.
Apply mechanical engineering principles to improve safety, ergonomics, material handling, and equipment operation.
Develop solutions including:
Ergonomic workstation improvements
Equipment modifications
Custom fixtures and tooling
Machine guarding and protective systems
Automated handling solutions
Process redesigns
Specialized laboratory equipment
Develop and Validate Solutions
Lead projects from concept through implementation.
Create engineering drawings, specifications, and design packages.
Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions.
Perform testing and validation activities to verify performance and effectiveness.
Troubleshoot design challenges and refine solutions based on operational feedback.
Support installation, startup, and deployment activities.
Drive Enterprise Improvements
Evaluate recurring hazards and operational challenges occurring across multiple laboratories.
Develop standardized engineering solutions suitable for network-wide deployment.
Create implementation guides, engineering standards, and best practices.
Partner with operations teams to ensure solutions are practical, maintainable, and effective.
Manage Projects
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and implementation plans.
Coordinate activities with equipment suppliers, fabricators, machine shops, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Support capital project development and business case preparation.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously from concept through completion.
Other duties as assignd.
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related course of study.
5+ years of engineering experience involving equipment design, product development, manufacturing systems, process improvement, automation, or related fields.
Demonstrated experience taking projects from concept through implementation.
Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
Experience working with fabrication vendors, machine shops, equipment suppliers, or maintenance organizations.
Excellent communication and project management skills.
Preferred
Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar.
Experience with prototyping and product development.
Experience with ergonomics, human factors engineering, or material handling systems.
Experience in laboratory, food manufacturing, pharmaceutical, industrial, or regulated environments.
Familiarity with automation, robotics, machine guarding, or industrial equipment.
Familiarity with validation activities and change management processes.
As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work!
What Success Looks Like
Engineering solutions successfully deployed across multiple laboratories.
Reduction of employee exposure to high-risk tasks and activities.
Development of practical, sustainable controls that improve both safety and operational efficiency.
Successful completion of projects on schedule and within budget.
Adoption of standardized engineering solutions across the laboratory network.
Measurable improvements in employee safety, ergonomics, and workflow performance.
This role offers a unique opportunity to solve meaningful engineering challenges that directly impact hundreds of employees across one of North America’s largest food testing laboratory network.
You will have the opportunity to design equipment, improve processes, develop new technologies, and create practical solutions that make laboratory work safer, easier, and more efficient. If you enjoy building, designing, testing, and implementing real-world solutions, this role offers the chance to see your ideas deployed at scale and make a lasting impact across the organization.
We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies. Eurofins PSS Insourcing has an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join our team.  We are searching for a business development professional with proven experience selling and implementing high-value sales.  Someone who thrives on identifying and closing new business caring for the client through the process will succeed in this role. This position offers the excitement of hunting for new clients with the goal of diversifying our offerings and client base as well as the opportunity to foster and expand partnerships with key clients.  This is a hybrid role working remotely from a home office, travelling locally and within the region for prospect and current client meetings as well as full days spent at current client sites to maximize networking and relationship building opportunities. A successful candidate will have a proven track record and is comfortable reaching out to and meeting with high level decision makers including C-Suite.  This position will manage the strategic sales process including identifying client needs, defining and presenting how PSS can address them, as well as managing the implementation process for new programs. If you’re looking for a rewarding career, a place to call home, apply with us today!