Sr Systems Engineer

Twist Bioscience Corporation; Portland (OR); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Twist Bioscience is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team onsite in Wilsonville, OR. You will lead development, validation, and integration of automated laboratory instrumentation and bioprocess technologies, bridging hardware, software, and biology to drive operational excellence and product quality under ISO 13485.

You will design automated workflows, write integration scripts, and connect robotic systems with enterprise LIMS to support scalable synthesis and data management.

Formación

• PhD/MS with 3 years (BS with 5 years) in Biomedical/Engineering.
• Experience developing automated instrumentation for bioprocesses.
• Experience with DoE for testing and troubleshooting of processes.
• Experience designing/writing scripts (C#, Python) for lab automation systems.
• Experience with sample tracking software and interfaces between robotic instruments and LIMS (MES/Maestro, Twist build).
• Strong data analysis and computational skills.
• Hands-on skills to assemble and maintain hardware.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, validate, and release new processes to improve cost-effectiveness and product quality.
• Develop and test protocols, scripts, and systems to automate bioprocesses.
• Operate and maintain laboratory automation instruments and cross-integration systems.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to troubleshoot equipment and systems.
• Prepare documentation, knowledge transfer, and training activities.
• Follow regulatory and ISO 13485 requirements.

Conocimientos

C# scripting

Python scripting

Lab automation

Bioprocess instrumentation

LIMS integration

Data analysis

Hardware assembly

Educación

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering

MS in Biomedical/related field

BS in engineering

Herramientas

DoE software

Control software

Laboratory instruments

Descripción del empleo

Sr. Systems Engineer (Onsite in Wilsonville, OR)

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in Portland, OR (PDX). In this role, you will lead the development, validation, and integration of cutting-edge automated laboratory instrumentation and bioprocess technologies. Working at the intersection of hardware, software, and biology, you will design automated workflows, write custom integration scripts, and connect robotic systems with enterprise LIMS infrastructure to drive operational excellence and product quality under ISO 13485 standards.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, validate, and release new processes and technologies to achieve cost-effectiveness and improved product quality
• Develop and test protocols, scripts, and systems to automate certain bioprocesses
• Operation and maintenance of a range of scientific instruments and tools with a focus on laboratory automation systems and cross-integration systems
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams in troubleshooting and resolving issues concerning equipment and systems
• Prepare and participate in documentation, knowledge transfer, and training activities
• Follow regulatory and ISO 13485 requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Ph.D. or MS with 3 years, BS with 5 years of related experience in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience in developing automated instrumentation for bioprocesses
• Experience with DoE for testing and troubleshooting of certain processes
• Experience in designing and writing scripts (C#, Python, etc) using control software or dynamic scheduling software native to laboratory automation systems and cross-integration systems
• Experience with sample tracking software and developed interfaces between robotic instrumentation and LIMS systems (MES/Maestro, Twist build)
• Excellent scientific computation and data analysis capabilities
• Hands-on skills to assemble and maintain hardware
• Experience with biological instrumentation for liquid transfer, PCR, cell-based cloning, DNA extraction, and purification is desirable
• Working collaboratively with other functional groups
• Excellent communication and writing skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

About Twist Bioscience

Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as “writing” DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of development for the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA.

At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers.

Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.

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