Senior System Engineer

TECAN CDMO SOLUTIONS PN SDN. BHD; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tecan CDMO Solutions PN Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an Senior System Engineer to take technical ownership of end-to-end systems engineering for advanced laboratory instruments.

You will lead the lifecycle from needs analysis to architecture, design evaluation, and implementation across mechanics, electronics, optics, and software. You will mentor engineers, drive reviews, manage risks, ensure alignment with requirements and business goals, and contribute to future product direction within a medical

Qualifications

• 6–14+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering, instrument development, or complex product development.
• Experience in the medical device industry is preferred.
• Proven experience leading technical activities within multidisciplinary product development teams.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of the complete systems engineering lifecycle for new product development and modifications of existing laboratory instruments.
• Analyze existing instruments, system architectures, and product designs to identify improvement opportunities and develop suitable technical solutions.
• Work closely with Product Managers and user groups to understand business needs, gather requirements, and translate them into technical specifications for future product development.
• Lead the generation, evaluation, and selection of system concepts and design alternatives, considering technical feasibility, functionality, reliability, scalability, and cost.
• Develop, review, and maintain system architecture documentation, concept evaluations, technical specifications, and other relevant engineering documents.
• Lead and facilitate system design reviews to evaluate technical solutions, identify potential design weaknesses, and ensure alignment with system requirements and architectural principles.
• Define, negotiate, and manage system-level requirements for new product development and modifications of existing instruments.
• Provide technical leadership during system architecture implementation, ensuring effective integration across mechanics, electronics, optics, software, and other engineering disciplines.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, monitor relevant market developments, and conduct feasibility studies to identify opportunities for product innovation and improvement.
• Lead complex root-cause analysis and system-level investigations to identify design issues and drive effective technical solutions.
• Plan and lead configuration management activities to ensure consistency, traceability, and control of system designs and product configurations.
• Lead and contribute to risk management activities, identifying potential technical and product risks and ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.
• Apply systems engineering methodologies, creativity techniques, and structured problem-solving approaches throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with applicable medical device regulations, quality standards, engineering processes, and company development guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful system integration and alignment of technical deliverables with project objectives.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and coaching to other engineers, promoting knowledge sharing and the continuous development of systems engineering capabilities.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems engineering practices, methodologies, and standards across the organization.
• Take initiative and responsibility for system-level technical decisions while balancing business requirements, technical feasibility, product reliability, and long-term maintainability.

Skills

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Requirements engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior System Engineer to take technical ownership of the end-to-end systems engineering activities for the development and modification of advanced laboratory instruments.

In this role, you will lead the technical development lifecycle, from analyzing existing systems and translating business and user requirements into system concepts to defining architectures, evaluating design solutions, and overseeing implementation. You will leverage your broad engineering knowledge across mechanics, electronics, optics, and software to ensure the development of reliable, integrated, and high-performance laboratory instruments.

Working closely with Product Managers, software and hardware architects, and multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will drive system-level decision-making, lead technical reviews, manage engineering risks, and ensure alignment between product requirements, technical solutions, and business objectives.

You will also play an important role in mentoring engineers, promoting systems engineering best practices, and influencing the technical direction of future product development.

Key Responsibilities

Take technical ownership of the complete systems engineering lifecycle for new product development and modifications of existing laboratory instruments.

Analyze existing instruments, system architectures, and product designs to identify improvement opportunities and develop suitable technical solutions.

Work closely with Product Managers and user groups to understand business needs, gather requirements, and translate them into technical specifications for future product development.

Lead the generation, evaluation, and selection of system concepts and design alternatives, considering technical feasibility, functionality, reliability, scalability, and cost.

Develop, review, and maintain system architecture documentation, concept evaluations, technical specifications, and other relevant engineering documents.

Lead and facilitate system design reviews to evaluate technical solutions, identify potential design weaknesses, and ensure alignment with system requirements and architectural principles.

Define, negotiate, and manage system-level requirements for new product development and modifications of existing instruments.

Provide technical leadership during system architecture implementation, ensuring effective integration across mechanics, electronics, optics, software, and other engineering disciplines.

Evaluate emerging technologies, monitor relevant market developments, and conduct feasibility studies to identify opportunities for product innovation and improvement.

Lead complex root-cause analysis and system-level investigations to identify design issues and drive effective technical solutions.

Plan and lead configuration management activities to ensure consistency, traceability, and control of system designs and product configurations.

Lead and contribute to risk management activities, identifying potential technical and product risks and ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.

Apply systems engineering methodologies, creativity techniques, and structured problem-solving approaches throughout the product development lifecycle.

Ensure compliance with applicable medical device regulations, quality standards, engineering processes, and company development guidelines.

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure successful system integration and alignment of technical deliverables with project objectives.

Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and coaching to other engineers, promoting knowledge sharing and the continuous development of systems engineering capabilities.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems engineering practices, methodologies, and standards across the organization.

Take initiative and responsibility for system-level technical decisions while balancing business requirements, technical feasibility, product reliability, and long-term maintainability.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Professional Experience

6–14+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering, instrument development, or complex product development.

Experience in the medical device industry, preferably involving laboratory instruments or laboratory automation systems.

Demonstrated experience leading technical activities within multidisciplinary product development teams.

Proven experience in system architecture, requirements engineering, design reviews, and system integration.

Experience in technical risk management and complex root-cause analysis.

Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams and translating business or product requirements into technical solutions.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and product development processes.

Excellent understanding of medical devices, laboratory instruments, and the medical device industry.

Good technical understanding across multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanics, electronics, optics, and software.

Experience in requirements engineering, including requirements definition, analysis, negotiation, traceability, and management.

Strong knowledge of system architecture development, concept evaluation, and design assessment methodologies.

Experience in leading technical design reviews, feasibility studies, and system-level technical evaluations.

Good understanding of risk management methodologies and quality engineering practices relevant to the medical device industry.

Ability to conduct complex technical research, evaluate emerging technologies, and assess their feasibility for product development.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify design weaknesses, challenge technical assumptions, and recommend appropriate solutions.

Ability to understand system-level design trade-offs involving reliability, scalability, performance, operational costs, and ease of implementation.

Good understanding of project management principles and their application in complex product development environments.

Strong technical documentation skills, particularly in developing system architectures, technical specifications, and engineering reports.

Ability to evaluate and recommend system-wide technical solutions while considering long-term product and platform strategies.

Good understanding of diagnostics, life sciences, and relevant application domains.

Language and Communication

Fluent in written and spoken English.

German language skills are an advantage.

Excellent communication and moderation skills, with the ability to facilitate technical discussions and align multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Confidence in presenting technical concepts, system architectures, and engineering solutions to project teams and senior stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional education or training in systems engineering, requirements engineering, or project management.

Broad technical knowledge and further education across hardware and software development.

Experience in microfluidics and related laboratory applications.

Experience in developing and implementing risk management processes for medical devices.

Familiarity with relevant medical device regulations, quality standards, and industry best practices.

Experience presenting systems engineering topics or technical solutions at international engineering conferences or industry forums.

Personal Attributes

Strong technical leadership and the ability to influence system-level technical decisions.

Excellent analytical thinking, creativity, and complex problem-solving capabilities.

Independent thinker with the confidence to challenge design approaches, identify potential flaws, and provide constructive technical feedback.

Strong communication, moderation, and stakeholder management skills.

Positive attitude with a collaborative approach to working across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Proactive, curious, and continuously seeking opportunities to learn and apply new technologies.

Able to balance technical excellence with business priorities, project objectives, and practical implementation considerations.

Strong sense of ownership and accountability for technical decisions and engineering deliverables.

Capable of mentoring and coaching other engineers while promoting knowledge sharing and engineering excellence.

Committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and the development of systems engineering best practices.

What You Can Expect

To take technical ownership of the development of advanced laboratory instruments and influence important system-level engineering decisions. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple engineering disciplines, shape product architectures, and drive technical solutions from initial concept through to implementation.

You will also have the opportunity to influence future product technologies, lead complex engineering initiatives, mentor fellow engineers, and contribute to the development of innovative laboratory automation and life science solutions.

Tecan CDMO Solutions PN Sdn. Bhd.

Manufacturing 101-1,000 employees

About Tecan

Tecan is a global leader in laboratory automation and life sciences, helping customers accelerate healthcare innovation from research to the clinic. With more than 3,300 employees across Europe, North America, and Asia, Tecan offers meaningful careers where innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning drive positive impact on millions of lives worldwide.

About Tecan

Tecan is a global leader in laboratory automation and life sciences, helping customers accelerate healthcare innovation from research to the clinic. With more than 3,300 employees across Europe, North America, and Asia, Tecan offers meaningful careers where innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning drive positive impact on millions of lives worldwide.