Job TitleSenior Systems Engineer (Woodbridge, ON)
Location(s)Canada, Woodbridge
Job DescriptionIn this role, the Systems Design Engineer will become an integral part of a team that will design, develop, and integrate complex hardware systems for every stage of PerkinElmer's Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (LC) products lifecycle.
Location: On site in Woodbridge, Canada
Responsibilities- At Systems level, design, development and integration of GC and LC hardware, firmware, software, with an emphasis on GC systems.
- Work closely with electronics, mechanical, firmware, and software design engineers to create integrated chromatography systems.
- Work closely with supplier engineers on the design of specialized components of chromatography systems.
- Assembly and testing of prototype chromatography systems and/or components.
- Development of performance specifications and test procedures for chromatography-based instrument systems.
- Support chromatography applications scientists and applications development.
- Preparation of internal technical reports and documentation
- Assist transfer to production of successful prototype/R&D pilot designs, including training and support of production engineers.
- Development and maintenance of functional requirements for NPI projects
Basic Qualifications- Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics, or Experimental Physics (Ph.D. degree is preferred)
- 5 or more years of experience in analytical system hardware, firmware, software, and/or applications development, with an emphasis on chromatography systems.
- Demonstrated skill developing prototype chromatography-based instruments, including performance specifications and test procedures.
- Demonstrated skill troubleshooting scientific instrumentation, with an emphasis on chromatography systems.
- Demonstrated skill preparing internal technical reports and presentations.
- Demonstrated ability to interface with a multi-disciplinary technical team of scientists, hardware engineers, and firmware/software engineers.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Must be able to work in a laboratory environment, including manipulating tools, instruments and components.
- Must be able to handle hazardous chemicals and chemical waste as required, in keeping will all local safety regulations.
- Documentation, writing, and report preparation will also be required.
- Some travel might be required.
Preferred Characteristics- Ability to work independently or as part of a large team.
- Possessing a task- and goal-oriented mindset
- Analytical thinking driven by data.
- Ability to see both the small and the big picture.
- Possessing strong organizational skills.
- Problem solving aptitude.
- Attention to detail.
- Adaptable to change.
The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $80,000.00 to $100,000.00. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
