Systems Integration Engineer

Actalent; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Onsite/onsite perks

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer in Carlsbad, CA to drive integration of software, hardware, chemistry, and industrial design in complex diagnostic systems. You will plan and execute V&V activities, troubleshoot issues, and document results across the full product development lifecycle.

You will collaborate with software, hardware, manufacturing, and quality teams, apply QSR and ISO guidelines, and contribute to manufacturing verification for consumables and instruments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field.
• 2+ years engineering experience supporting product development.
• Hands-on hardware testing, assembly, or system integration in complex systems.
• Experience planning, performing, and documenting V&V testing and results.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues; perform root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute system integration activities to ensure seamless interaction of components in diagnostic systems.
• Plan, perform, and document verification and validation testing to confirm performance and compliance.
• Troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues and drive corrective actions.
• Conduct root cause analysis for failures and contribute to risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

System integration

V&V testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

QSR standards

ISO standards

Job description

Job Title: Systems Integration EngineerJob Description

The Systems Integration Engineer supports the development of innovative in vitro diagnostic products by ensuring that software, hardware, chemistry, and industrial design elements function together as a robust, high-performing system. This role focuses on system integration, verification and validation, troubleshooting, and documentation throughout the full product development lifecycle, while also contributing to manufacturing-related activities for consumables and instruments. The position offers the opportunity to influence new diagnostic technologies from concept through commercialization in a highly collaborative, R&D-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute system integration activities to ensure seamless interaction between software, hardware, chemistry, and industrial design components in complex diagnostic systems.
• Plan, perform, and document verification and validation (V&V) testing to confirm system performance, reliability, and compliance with design requirements.
• Troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions to resolve technical problems efficiently.
• Conduct root cause analysis for system failures and performance deviations, and contribute to risk mitigation strategies and design improvements.
• Develop, maintain, and execute detailed test procedures, protocols, and reports to support design verification and validation activities.
• Support the full product development lifecycle, from early concept and prototyping through design verification, transfer to manufacturing, and commercialization.
• Assist with manufacturing-related activities, including consumable and instrument builds, quality checks, and engineering verification tasks.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in software, hardware, chemistry, manufacturing, and industrial design to align requirements and resolve integration challenges.
• Apply QSR, ISO standards, and risk management principles to system integration, testing, and documentation in a regulated medical device or IVD environment.
• Balance multiple projects and priorities, ensuring timely completion of integration, testing, and documentation deliverables.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of integration, verification, and validation processes to enhance product quality and development efficiency.
• Communicate findings, risks, and recommendations clearly to multidisciplinary stakeholders, both verbally and through written documentation.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience supporting product development.
• Hands-on experience with hardware testing, assembly, or system integration in complex systems.
• Experience executing verification and validation (V&V) testing, including planning, performing, and documenting test procedures and results.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Experience working in regulated medical device, diagnostics, or life sciences environments.
• Knowledge of QSR, ISO standards, and risk management principles relevant to medical device or IVD product development.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced R&D setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting cross-functional engineering teams across software, hardware, chemistry, manufacturing, and industrial design.
• Background in medical device or in vitro diagnostic (IVD) product development, including design verification activities.
• Experience supporting software, hardware, and consumable-based products throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with manufacturing verification activities and quality checks for instruments and consumables.
• Comfort working in a regulated environment with formal documentation, quality systems, and risk management processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in test planning, execution, and reporting.
• Ability to contribute to systems-level thinking and understand interactions among mechanical, electrical, software, and chemical subsystems.

Work Environment

This role operates in an R&D-focused product development environment dedicated to innovative diagnostic technologies. The work setting is highly collaborative, with close interaction among software, hardware, chemistry, manufacturing, and industrial design teams. Daily activities include a combination of hands-on laboratory testing, system integration work, troubleshooting, and preparation of engineering documentation. The position supports both development-phase and manufacturing verification activities within a medical device and in vitro diagnostic environment that adheres to established quality and regulatory standards such as QSR and ISO. Onsite expectations are flexible, and specific onsite requirements may vary based on business needs and project demands.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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