Senior System Design Engineer

PerkinElmer; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior System Design Engineer to play a pivotal role in developing and integrating mass spectrometry systems. This position involves working closely with engineering teams, conducting prototype assembly and testing, and developing specifications for new technologies. The ideal candidate will have experience in system design and a collaborative approach to work. The role is based in Woodbridge, Ontario, offering exciting opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in systems design and integration, particularly in mass spectrometry.
• Proven ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
• Hands-on experience with prototype assembly and testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate mass spectrometry systems.
• Collaborate with various engineering teams.
• Develop specifications and test procedures for instrument systems.
• Support applications scientists for ICP‑MS technologies.

Skills

Systems design

Cross-functional collaboration

Mass spectrometry hardware design

Firmware development

Software design

Prototype testing

Job description

Senior System Design Engineer (On-site)

Location Woodbridge, Ontario, CA

Job ID REQ-056061

The Systems Design Engineer plays a pivotal role in developing new product concepts, evaluating concept in their early stages, and ensuring that these technologies meet user requirements while being optimized for manufacturability and serviceability.

This role serves as the critical link between all R&D functions and the broader organization, facilitating cross‑functional collaboration and integration.

• At Systems level, design, development and integration of mass spectrometry hardware, firmware, software, with an emphasis on ICP‑MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry).
• Work closely with electronics, mechanical, firmware, and software design engineers to create integrated mass spectrometer‑based systems.
• Work closely with OEM supplier engineers on the design of specialized components of mass spectrometer‑based systems.
• Assembly and testing of prototype ICP‑MS systems and/or components.
• Development of performance specifications and test procedures for mass spectrometry‑based instrument systems.
• Support ICP‑MS 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 new product introduction projects.

Equal Opportunity

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