Mettler Toledo-posted 3 months ago
$145,000 - $165,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Oakland, CA
5,001-10,000 employees
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

The Systems Engineer in this role will be a key part of our Semi Automated Liquid Handling product development team working on next-generation automated pipetting systems for the life sciences research and diagnostics markets. The person in this role will have a multidisciplinary background and will be responsible for bridging mechanical, electrical, and software engineering to design, integrate, and validate complex automation systems that deliver precision liquid handling for medium-throughput applications.

  • Define and document system-level requirements, interfaces, and performance specifications for automated liquid handling platforms
  • Lead the integration of mechanical subsystems (e.g., pipetting heads, motion systems, accessories), electronics, sensors, and control software into cohesive products.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, firmware, software, marketing and applications) to ensure seamless end-to-end functionality.
  • Develop system models and simulations to predict performance and inform design trade-offs.
  • Evaluate, select, and validate hardware components (actuators, pumps, valves, sensors, fluidics) to meet system requirements.
  • Debug complex electromechanical issues using systematic root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods.
  • Plan and execute system-level verification and validation (V&V) activities, including functional, performance, and reliability testing.
  • Analyze test data to confirm system compliance with requirements and regulatory standards (ISO 13485, IEC 61010, etc.)
  • Support design transfer to manufacturing and provide technical guidance through production ramp-up.
  • Author and maintain system-level documentation, including requirements specifications, design descriptions, and risk analyses (per ISO 14971)
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and best practices
  • Ability to mentor less experienced personnel.
  • A minimum of a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or related scientific or engineering field is required.
  • Bachelor of Science in Systems Engineering preferred.
  • Ten or more years of experience as part of a product development team creating complex automated and semi-automated laboratory instrumentation (or equivalent) preferred.
  • Three or more years of experience in a systems engineering or systems architect role involving complex semi-automated laboratory automation or equivalent preferred.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to details.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with SolidWorks CAD tools a plus.
  • Familiarity with UI design principles.
  • Ability to lead and mentor less senior engineers and team members.
  • Experience with SAP preferred.
  • Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire
  • Tuition reimbursement, educational matching gift program, perks and discounts
  • Parental and caregiver leave programs
  • All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
  • Global market strength and worldwide leadership in precision instrumentation
  • A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
  • Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards across Mettler Toledo
  • Global recognition for the quality of our products and services
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