System Engineer

dawarconsulting; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Sick leave

401K

Job summary

Our client in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a System Engineer to support next-generation sequencing and sample preparation platforms. The role involves troubleshooting hardware, software, and assay levels in a fast-paced lab environment.

Responsibilities include failure analysis, experiments, validation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve instrument reliability. Proficiency with JMP or R for data analysis is preferred, along with strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Bioengineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent).
• 1–2+ years troubleshooting complex systems or lab instrumentation.
• Experience with microfluidics, liquid handlers, diagnostic systems, or NGS platforms preferred.
• Knowledge of sequencing methodologies is a plus.
• Experience with JMP and R for data analysis; Python preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot sequencing and sample prep systems at hardware, software, and assay levels.
• Perform failure analysis, root cause investigations, and defect resolution.
• Execute experiments, testing, and validation activities.
• Support system reliability, performance improvements, and instrument development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and implement solutions.
• Analyze data using JMP or R.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

JMP

R

Python

Job description

Our client, a world leader in life sciences and biotechnology, is looking for a “System Engineer” based out of Santa Clara, CA.

Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension)

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Sick leave, 401K

Overview: Client is seeking a System Engineer to support next-generation sequencing and sample preparation platforms through troubleshooting, root cause analysis, testing, and system reliability improvements. This role involves working cross-functionally with engineering, assay, instrument, and reagent teams in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot sequencing and sample prep systems at hardware, software, and assay levels
• Perform failure analysis, root cause investigations, and defect resolution
• Execute experiments, testing, and validation activities
• Support system reliability, performance improvements, and instrument development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and implement solutions
• Analyze data using statistical tools such as JMP or R
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and records

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
• 1–2+ years of experience in troubleshooting complex systems or laboratory instrumentation
• Experience with microfluidics, liquid handlers, diagnostic systems, or NGS platforms preferred
• Knowledge of sequencing methodologies is a plus
• Experience with statistical analysis tools (JMP, R) and Python preferred
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work in a lab-based, fast-paced team environment