Staff Engineer, Systems Design
Core
Lead the design and development of high-end scientific instrumentation, focusing on system architecture, cost optimization, and cross-functional integration of mechanical and electrical subsystems.
Role type
Staff Engineer, Systems Design (Technical Lead)
Builds
Sophisticated scientific instrumentation and solutions for life sciences research and diagnostics
Domain
Life Sciences / Scientific Instrumentation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Systems engineering, VAVE/cost optimization, electro-mechanical design, regulatory compliance, DFMEA/DFx, Six Sigma, CAD/PLM, requirements management, model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Act as technical lead for system or subsystem initiatives; Contribute to system architecture, requirements definition, and interface specifications; Drive product cost analysis, teardown benchmarking, and VAVE initiatives; Provide leadership and coordination for project management and design activities; Work on integration of electron optics, vacuum systems, detectors, stages, and control systems; Ensure designs meet performance, regulatory, and quality standards; Drive standardization, modularization, and platform reuse strategies; Mentor junior engineers and strengthen system engineering capabilities
Seniority
Staff, technical lead & cross-functional influence