Posted 18 days ago
Senior Systems Engineer (Woodbridge, ON)
@ PerkinElmer Scientific Canada ULC
Woodbridge, Ontario
Overview
PerkinElmer Scientific Canada ULC is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer in Woodbridge, Ontario, to design, develop and integrate GC and LC chromatography hardware, firmware and software. The role is full-time, on site Monday to Friday, with a stated annual salary of $84,000 to $105,000.
Pay:
$84,000–$105,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop and integrate GC and LC hardware, firmware and software
- Assemble and test prototype chromatography systems
- Develop performance specifications and test procedures
- Support applications scientists and transfer designs to production
- Prepare internal technical reports and documentation
Requirements summary:
- Master's degree in analytical or physical chemistry, chemical physics or experimental physics (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in analytical system hardware, firmware or software development
- Skill troubleshooting chromatography instrumentation
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work in a laboratory and handle hazardous chemicals
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Master’s degree (required), Doctorate (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics, Experimental Physics |
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PerkinElmer Scientific Canada ULC
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Job Title
Senior Systems Engineer (Woodbridge, ON)
Location(s)
Canada, WoodbridgeJob Description
In this role, the Systems Design Engineer will become an integral part of a team that will design, develop, and integrate complex hardware systems for every stage of PerkinElmer’s Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (LC) products lifecycle.
Location: On site M-F in Woodbridge, Canada
Responsibilities
- At Systems level, design, development and integration of GC and LC hardware, firmware, software, with an emphasis on GC systems.
- Work closely with electronics, mechanical, firmware, and software design engineers to create integrated chromatography systems.
- Work closely with supplier engineers on the design of specialized components of chromatography systems.
- Assembly and testing of prototype chromatography systems and/or components.
- Development of performance specifications and test procedures for chromatography-based instrument systems.
- Support chromatography applications scientists and applications development.
- Preparation of internal technical reports and documentation
- Assist transfer to production of successful prototype/R&D pilot designs, including training and support of production engineers.
- Development and maintenance of functional requirements for NPI projects
Basic Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Chemical Physics, or Experimental Physics (Ph.D. degree is preferred)
- 5 or more years of experience in analytical system hardware, firmware, software, and/or applications development, with an emphasis on chromatography systems.
- Demonstrated skill developing prototype chromatography-based instruments, including performance specifications and test procedures.
- Demonstrated skill troubleshooting scientific instrumentation, with an emphasis on chromatography systems.
- Demonstrated skill preparing internal technical reports and presentations.
- Demonstrated ability to interface with a multi-disciplinary technical team of scientists, hardware engineers, and firmware/software engineers.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Must be able to work in a laboratory environment, including manipulating tools, instruments and components.
- Must be able to handle hazardous chemicals and chemical waste as required, in keeping will all local safety regulations.
- Documentation, writing, and report preparation will also be required.
- Some travel might be required.
Preferred Characteristics
- Ability to work independently or as part of a large team.
- Possessing a task- and goal-oriented mindset
- Analytical thinking driven by data.
- Ability to see both the small and the big picture.
- Possessing strong organizational skills.
- Problem solving aptitude.
- Attention to detail.
- Adaptable to change.
The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $84,000.00 to $105,000.00. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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