Biosensors Characterization Engineer

Analog Devices; Limerick; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. is seeking an experienced Product Engineer for the Digital Healthcare (DHC) division to support a novel biosensor platform.

This hands-on, laboratory-based role requires full-time onsite presence and close collaboration with a multidisciplinary product development team on next-generation healthcare technologies. Responsibilities include owning biosensor systems, driving lab process improvements, and working with cross-functional teams to advance product development through

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating laboratory equipment and test instrumentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with cross-functional teams.
• Ownership mindset with proactive, accountable work style.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of biosensor measurement systems performance and operation.
• Drive improvements to laboratory equipment, test methods, and workflows.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to address technical challenges and support product development.
• Perform maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of laboratory tools and equipment.
• Lead and contribute to improvement projects and present findings to stakeholders.
• Work from technical drawings and documentation to diagnose and resolve issues.

Skills

Laboratory equipment operation

Cross-functional collaboration

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Applied Sciences

Level 6 technical qualification with relevant experience

Tools

LabVIEW

SolidWorks

Benchtop characterization setups

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Product Engineer (Biosensors)

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Analog Devices (NASDAQ: ADI) designs and manufactures innovative semiconductor products and solutions that help customers bridge the physical and digital worlds through industry-leading sensing, measurement, and connectivity technologies.

The Digital Healthcare (DHC) business unit is seeking an experienced Product Engineer to support the development of a novel biosensor platform. This cutting-edge system integrates electrochemical and optical sensors, microfluidics, electronics, algorithms, and software to deliver highly accurate biomarker measurements for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.

This is a hands-on, laboratory-based role that requires full-time onsite presence and offers the opportunity to work closely with a multidisciplinary product development team on next-generation healthcare technologies.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Take ownership of the day-to-day operation and performance of biosensor measurement systems, ensuring reliable and consistent operation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory equipment, test methods, and characterization workflows.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to address technical challenges and support product development activities.
• Perform planned and unplanned maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of laboratory tools and equipment.
• Conduct root-cause investigations and fault-finding to component level.
• Support the ongoing development, optimization, and enhancement of test systems and characterization tools.
• Lead and contribute to improvement projects, both independently and as part of a team.
• Present technical findings, lessons learned, and recommendations to project stakeholders.
• Work from technical drawings, schematics, specifications, manuals, and engineering documentation to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), test methods, and maintenance protocols.
• Communicate technical issues, solutions, and progress clearly through written reports and verbal presentations.
• Work effectively with minimal supervision while adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced development environment.

Essential

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree (NFQ Level 7 or Level 8) in Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Alternatively, a Level 6 technical qualification with relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a product engineering, test engineering, laboratory, or related technical role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Positive, proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Hands-on experience operating laboratory equipment and test instrumentation.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous:

• LabVIEW-based test and automation systems.
• SolidWorks CAD design.
• Development of benchtop characterization and measurement setups.
• Sensor characterization, calibration, and performance analysis.
• Electrochemical and/or optical sensing technologies.
• Fluidics or microfluidics design, testing, and characterization.
• Medical device, diagnostics, or regulated product development environments.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days