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Lead Integration Engineer

pittsburgh, pa • Posted 3 days ago
Onsite Full Time General

Lead Integration EngineerJoin a cutting-edge lab to discover novel therapeutics that are seeking a highly motivated Lead Engineer to support the integration, optimization, and operation of complex fluidic and instrumentation systems for advanced human-relevant experimental platforms. This role focuses on system-level design and implementation of fluid handling architectures, ensuring reliable, reproducible, and physiologically relevant operation across single- and multi-component platforms. The position will contribute to development of robust, scalable systems that integrate mechanical, fluidic, and control elements to support standardized experimental workflows.Responsibilities:Design, develop, and optimize fluidic systems, including manifolds, tubing layouts, and pump-controlled flow networksImplement stable, leak-free circulation systems with controlled and reproducible flow profiles across experimental platformsSupport development of physiologically relevant flow conditions, including continuous and directional flow regimesIntegrate fluidic systems with broader experimental platforms, including device interfaces, instrumentation, and control systemsContribute to system-level architecture design, coordinating fluidic, mechanical, and sensing componentsDevelop and implement control strategies for pumps, valves, and fluid routing systemsPerform system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure operational reliability and consistencyMaintain detailed documentation of system configurations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and performance validationCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align system functionality with experimental and operational requirementsContribute to improvement of system robustness, usability, and scalability for sustained and repeatable operationRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical / Systems Engineering, or a related fieldMinimum of 3 years of relevant experience in fluid systems, instrumentation, or experimental platform developmentExperience with fluid handling systems, pumps, tubing, or flow control architecturesExperience with system integration and hardware-based experimental platformsStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work effectively in multidisciplinary research and engineering environmentsPreferred Qualifications:Master's or Ph.D.

in a relevant engineering disciplineExperience with microfluidics, perfusion systems, or biologically relevant flow systemsFamiliarity with control systems, sensors, and automated or semi-automated fluid handling platformsExperience with design and implementation of complex, multi-component systemsExperience with data acquisition, monitoring systems, or system diagnosticsExperience working at the interface of engineering and biological systemsExperience in controlled or regulated laboratory environments

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