Systems Engineer Level 1/2

novabio; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Bonus program

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nova Biomedical is seeking a Systems Engineer (Level 1/2) to support design, testing, and reliability improvements of laboratory instrumentation within the AI engineering group. This entry‑ to mid‑level role focuses on hands‑on testing, design iteration, and risk reduction under senior engineers, in a regulated product development environment.

The role involves executing tests, analyzing data (Excel/Minitab), and feeding results back into CAD models using SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical testing, reliability improvement, or design iteration in a lab or product setting.
• Familiar with data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, Analyse‑it.
• Hands‑on experience with prototyping, fixtures, or lab hardware.
• Exposure to regulated product development environments; medical device exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands‑on laboratory testing (integration, verification, thermal, fluidic, reliability).
• Assist senior engineers by executing tests, design and analysis tasks to reduce risk.
• Analyze test data with standard tools and communicate findings clearly.
• Incorporate test results into CAD models/drawings using SolidWorks.
• Identify potential failure mechanisms and support risk mitigation via testing.
• Maintain design/test documentation per regulated development requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to share observations and recommendations.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Reliability improvement

Data analysis

Tools

SolidWorks

Excel

Minitab

Analyse-it

Job description

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

Job Summary

The Systems Engineer (Level 1/2) is an individual contributor who supports the design, testing, and reliability improvement of laboratory instrumentation within the Engineering (AI) group. This entry- to mid-level role emphasizes hands-on laboratory testing, design iteration, and risk reduction activities under the guidance of senior engineers. The engineer contributes to resolving performance and reliability issues in a collaborative, regulated product development environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute hands‑on laboratory testing (integration, verification, thermal, fluidic, and reliability), including test setup, instrumentation, troubleshooting, and data collection.
• Support senior engineers by executing assigned test, design, analysis, and troubleshooting activities that help reduce technical risk and improve system performance.
• Analyze test data using standard tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab) and summarize findings, observations, and recommended next steps in clear technical communication.
• Support mechanical design iteration by incorporating test results into CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks.
• Assist with identification of potential failure mechanisms and support risk mitigation activities through testing and basic analysis.
• Maintain organized design and test documentation in compliance with regulated product development requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to share observations, results, and recommendations.

Experience Requirements

• Experience supporting mechanical testing, reliability improvement, performance troubleshooting, or design iteration in a laboratory or product development setting.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, Analyse‑it, or similar.
• Hands‑on experience with prototyping, fixtures, or experimental laboratory hardware.
• Exposure to regulated product development environments; medical device experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Able to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity required for handling laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Comfort with performing repetitive tasks.
• Willingness to work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals or biological materials.
• Able to use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Occasional bending, reaching, or movement within lab environment.

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location

Onsite inNorwood, MA

Targeted Salary Range

$80,000 to $120,000 annually

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

About the Company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science‑driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting‑edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA‑registered, ISO‑certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry‑trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission‑driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real‑world impact on global health.

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