System Engineer - Hardware support
Santa Clara, CA
12 Months
Description
Client are developing nanopore-based sequencing dedicated to making clinical genetic testing easy and affordable. We are developing a revolutionary single-molecule DNA sequencer that can improve the lives of people in a wide variety of ways including timely screening for diseases and diagnosis of various cancers.
Client is looking for a motivated and team-oriented individual who is passionate about next generation sequencing technology.
The System Engineer's focus is on improving reliability and robustness of the sequencing and sample prep platforms through failure analysis, root cause investigations, troubleshooting and identifying and supporting implementation of solutions.
The candidate will be a technical contributor on complex and Client projects that require ingenuity, creativity and technical expertise. The candidate is someone who does not shy away from a difficult problem, but seeks it out.
Drawing on experience in systems, biochemistry, electrochemistry, electromechanical and/or materials science, the System Engineer will be part of the troubleshooting team and will be responsible for supporting the next generation sequencing system and the sample prep platform.
This support role will require the candidate to be able to work in a fast paced environment typically supporting more than one issue at a time. The candidate must be self-motivated, details-oriented, and able to work well in a team.
Responsibilities:
Become an expert on the operation and functionality of the client's Sequencing Platform and Sample Prep platform to ensure minimal system downtime.
Work with the engineering teams on resolving discovered issues and propose solutions to common failure modes
Support the lab teams with system troubleshooting both at the hardware/software level and the assay level
Execute experiments and testing protocols to ensure platform functionality
Clearly and timely communicate and collaborate across system, device, instrument, and reagent teams in root cause investigation findings and solution implementations
Help design, troubleshoot, and perform instrument development in a fast-paced environment
Good understanding of statistical methods
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Who are you:
You're someone who wants to influence your own development. You're looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and disciplines. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.
B.S. with 1-2+ years of experience in a Bioengineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechatronics, or a related disciple
Troubleshooting experience in development or operations of microfluidics, liquid handler, diagnostic systems, NGS systems. Experience in failure analysis and/or defect management is a plus.
Understanding of sequencing methodologies
Ability to perform statistical analysis of data with programs such as JMP, R, etc. Familiarity with computer programming in languages such as Python is a plus.
Meticulous attention to detail and excellent written and electronic record keeping skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Self-motivated and able to work well in a team
Willing to work in a lab setting
Interview Process: 1. Phone screen 2.Virtual or in-person panel interview
Schedule: 5 days onsite, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (based on business needs)
Function: RSS
Role Focus: Hardware & software instrument support
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