System Engineer - Hardware support

Spectraforce

Santa Clara, United States of America

3 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Temporary contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Languages

English

Experience level

Junior

Santa Clara, United States of America

Software Bug Management

Computer Programming

Computer Engineering

Python

JMP (Statistical Software)

Client's Sequencing Solutions & its Molecular Lab (Santa Clara) 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 can, * Become an expert on the operation and functionality of the client's Sequencing Platform and Sample Prep platform to ensure minimal system down time
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

Background & Context:The Organization is looking for a motivated and team-oriented individual who is passionate about next generation sequencing technology., * 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