Systems Engineer, R&D Cytology

Hologic

Marlborough, MA, United States$97,600 - $152,700Full-timePosted 2mo ago

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Hologic is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to join our dynamic R&D Cytology Product Development team in Marlborough. In this role, you will be responsible for a wide range of product development activities including the specification, design, component selection, systems integration, verification testing of electromechanical subsystems.

This is a hybrid position in Marlborough, MA.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Selection of new concepts and approaches for the electromechanical design/development of new or improved products and processes
  • Performs engineering analysis, performance and cost evaluations of the aforementioned designs and processes.
  • Formal requirements engineering per INCOSE standards. 
  • Communicate effectively & constructively with peers, suppliers, and external design partners.
  • Responsible for engineering documentation of mechanical specifications, designs, modifications, and technical procedures
  • Responsible for the implementation of new electromechanical designs, modifications, etc. within a scheduled cost and performance criteria
  • Provide technical consultation for existing product line problem investigation and ongoing product improvement.
  • Experience in the design of new products involving mechanisms, automation, firmware, optics, and electromechanical systems.
  • Ideate, design and prototype fixtures and establish methods to support design verification/validation activities.
  • Work with cross-functional teams that include: Manufacturing, Service and Supply Chain.

Expected Education and Experience:

  • BSc/BA Engineering Degree, with 5 - 8 years of experience in relevant industries, or 
  • MSc/MA with 3 - 5 years of experience in relevant industries

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Preferably a Certified Systems Engineering Professional (INCOSE ASEP, CSEP)
  • Experience in a variety of electromechanical design areas including automation, electro-mechanical/robotics, embedded firmware development, particularly in the medical device field. 
  • Systems integration experience with marrying electrical, mechanical, and software components. 
  • Preferably with knowledge of model-based engineering and SysML.
  • Proficiency using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM or equivalent CAD design tools.
  • Understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Test (DFT), Root Cause, Root Cause Failure Analysis Methodologies, Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
  • Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with peers, and other departments.
  • Programing experience or ability to write embedded code to test designs is a plus.
  • Experience with FDA regulated medical devices is a plus.
  • Experience with servicing medical devices is a plus.
  • Agile PLM or equivalent PLM system knowledge is a plus.

The annualized base salary range for this role is $97,600 to $152,700 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs, and market demand.

Why Hologic?

We are committed to making Hologic the company where top talent comes to grow. For you to succeed, we want to enable you with the tools and knowledge required and so we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career.

If you have the right skills and experience, apply today!

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Agency and Third Party Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that submit a resume to Hologic must have a current executed Hologic Agency Agreement executed by a member of the Human Resource Department. In addition, Agencies may only submit candidates to positions for which they have been invited to do so by a Hologic Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to the Hologic Recruiter under these terms or they will not be considered.

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