Bioinstrumentation Support Engineer

Assay & Workflow Support

In-House Engineering & Development (~30%)

Education & Experience

Technical Skills

• Strong electromechanical troubleshooting skills: ability to diagnose across mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, motion control, fluidics, and thermal subsystems.
• Comfort reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and software/firmware logs.
• Working familiarity with IT/networking fundamentals (static IP configuration, Ethernet, firewall/port rules) relevant to instrument deployment in institutional IT environments.
• Familiarity with immunoassay or molecular biology workflows (plate-based assays, qPCR, sample handling) sufficient to support first-line workflow troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with standard test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, torque drivers) and common productivity tools (Jira, Confluence, Excel, or similar).
• Basic scripting or data analysis skills (Python, Excel/VBA, or similar) for test automation or field data logging is a plus.

Soft Skills & Other Requirements

• Willingness and flexibility to travel up to 70%, primarily domestic, with occasional international travel as the install base expands. Must be comfortable with variable travel schedules and short-notice dispatch.
• Excellent customer-facing communication skills: ability to explain complex technical issues in clear, non-jargon language to researchers, lab managers, and IT personnel.
• Self-directed problem solver who can work independently at remote customer sites with minimal supervision while knowing when to escalate.
• Strong documentation habits and attention to detail in regulated or quality-conscious environments.
• Team-oriented mindset; comfortable operating within an engineering team rather than a siloed field service organization.
• Valid driver’s license required. Ability to lift and position instrument components up to 50 lbs.
• We offer competitive compensation, meaningful stock ownership, comprehensive benefits, and a great work environment. This is an opportunity to enter an innovative, high-growth startup at an early stage and play an integral role in the company's growth and success. We are focused on identifying candidates who have demonstrated leadership and excellence throughout their careers and are excited by the prospect of building an industry-leading company.
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