Manufacturing/Automation Engineering Intern (P-4930)

10x Genomics

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Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Pleasanton, California

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Smart Summary

The intern will design systems using SolidWorks, host design reviews, and work with vendors to purchase manufacturing equipment. They will also assemble and test equipment, write work instructions, and train operators on equipment usage.

We are looking for a Manufacturing/Automation Engineering Intern to join our Manufacturing Systems Engineering department for the Summer of 2026! If you are a student who has completed at least your second year of undergraduate degree in mechanical, manufacturing, electrical engineering, or related discipline, we encourage you to apply. Hands-on experience and good communication skills are a must!

Must Have Skills for ATS

SolidWorks

Design Systems

Cross-Functional Team Feedback

Vendor Management

Procurement

Manufacturing Equipment

Assembly

Testing

Work Instructions

Equipment Qualification

Operator Training

Hands-On Experience

Communication Skills

Eagerness to Learn

Scripting

Programming

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing/Automation Engineering Intern to join the Manufacturing Systems Engineering department for the Summer of 2026.  The Manufacturing Systems Engineering group designs and implements equipment for the production of instruments and consumables here at the 10x manufacturing facility. This 10-12 week internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in developing and/or onboarding Manufacturing equipment.

What you will be doing: 

  • Design systems using SolidWorks
  • Host design reviews and receive cross-functional team feedback
  • Work with vendors and procurement to purchase manufacturing equipments
  • Assemble and test manufacturing equipment
  • Write work instructions and qualify the equipment
  • Train operators on how to use the equipment

Minimum Requirements:

  • Current student who has completed at least their second year of undergraduate degree in mechanical, manufacturing, electrical engineering, or related discipline. 
  • Hands-on experience required (Some form of fabrication, electrical wiring, or troubleshooting)
  • Able to commit to a full-time internship program for 10-12 weeks during summer of 2026.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges

Preferred Skills & Experience: 

  • CAD software experience (Solidworks Preferred)
  • Some scripting/programming experience

Below is the base pay range for this position.  The actual base pay will depend on several factors unique to each candidate, including one’s skills, qualifications, and experience.  Unless otherwise required by law, this role is not eligible for 10x’s health benefit program.  During the hiring process, your 10x recruiter can share more information about the Company’s compensation and benefits.

Pay Range$30—$33 USD

About 10x Genomics

At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world.

We enable scientists to advance their research, allowing them to address scientific questions they did not even know they could ask. Our tools have enabled fundamental discoveries across biology including cancer, immunology, and neuroscience.

Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference. 

Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.

10x Genomics

Cells are the basic unit of life. They power everything we do, and unlocking their secrets is the key to advancing our knowledge of every facet of biology, from development to disease. Our single cell, spatial, and in situ tools enable researchers to answer pressing questions about cells and their functional contributions to oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and much more—as evidenced by more than 5,500 publications citing our technology. We are dedicated to building the best products, delivering the best customer experience, and creating the best team to fuel new scientific discovery, no matter how challenging. And we won’t stop until all of the cells’ secrets are revealed.

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