Junior Systems Engineer
5 days ago
Lliçà d'Amunt
ppWerfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. /p pWe are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. /p pOur Headquarters are in Barcelona, Spain and our Technology Centers are located in the United States and Europe. Worldwide sales exceeded €2.2 billion in 2024, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong. /p h3Job Summary /h3 pThe Systems Engineer supports RD instruments through installation, maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, modifications, and upgrades. /p pThe role links assay development and instrumentation by translating laboratory, user, and scientific needs into system-level requirements and capabilities. /p pIt applies scientific judgment to laboratory work, data analysis, deviation investigation, and interpretation of experimental and system performance. /p pThe position manages workflow, documentation, reporting, interfaces, and incident communication using company processes and systems. /p pWorking with RD, Instrumentation, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Technical Support, the role helps ensure instrument availability, reliable testing, and clear communication of risks, deviations, progress, and recommendations. /p h3Key Accountabilities /h3 ul lipAct as a technical bridge between scientific development and instrumentation development, ensuring assay, laboratory, instrument, and system requirements are understood, aligned, and clearly communicated. /p /li lipPerform and support laboratory procedures, experiments, system tests, and troubleshooting activities requiring scientific judgment and technical understanding. /p /li lipSelect appropriate experimental, analytical, and technical methods; contribute to protocols; and support interpretation of experimental and system performance data. /p /li lipDetect deviations in results, system behavior, or instrument performance; identify potential causes; and recommend modifications to protocols, workflows, methods, or technical approaches. /p /li lipSupport internal instruments through diagnostics, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repair coordination, modifications, upgrades, and technical follow-up. /p /li lipCompile, analyze, and interpret experimental and technical data; perform calculations; and prepare graphs, summaries, and reports to communicate findings, problems, and progress. /p /li lipProvide project updates and communicate technical status, results, risks, deviations, and recommendations to supervisors, senior research staff, and cross‑functional stakeholders. /p /li lipWrite or contribute to laboratory procedures, technical summaries, reports, reviews, protocols, and documentation under appropriate supervision and approval when required. /p /li lipEnsure electronic and paper records, technical data, and work documentation are accurate and compliant with applicable guidelines, procedures, and good documentation practices. /p /li lipManage workflow, technical reporting, incident communication, autonomous task execution, escalation of risks or issues, and compliance with company processes, quality expectations, and the Ethics Code. /p /li /ul h3Networking/Key relationships /h3 pThis role interacts with multiple internal functions to ensure effective communication between scientific, technical, quality, and operational perspectives. To be determined based on department needs but, typical interactions may include: /p ul lipRD colleagues, including scientists, technical scientists, and development teams. /p /li lipSystem Development and Engineering groups, including CSW and IL, involved in instrument, hardware, software, or system‑level activities. /p /li lipQuality Control, Quality Assurance, and Operations colleagues to support regulated development, documentation, technical investigations, and workflow alignment. /p /li lipTechnical Support and service-related teams to exchange information on instrument performance, issues, diagnostics, repair needs, and field‑relevant feedback. /p /li lipManufacturing, logistics, and other technical departments. /p /li /ul h3Minimum Knowledge Experience required for the position /h3 h3Education /h3 ul lipbRequired: /b Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical qualifications in electrical/mechanical engineering or physical sciences. /p /li lipbValuable: /b Any additional degree higher than what is required in the previous point. Any additional degree, specialization, or advanced training higher than the minimum requirement, particularly in systems engineering, biomedical engineering, instrumentation, diagnostics, laboratory sciences, or related technical/scientific areas. /p /li /ul h3Experience /h3 ul lipbExperience /b is not required. /p /li lipbValuable: /b Professional experience in in vitro diagnostic development, technical service, instrumentation, systems integration, or high‑end life sciences/medical equipment, particularly in roles involving laboratory procedures, assay development, instrument troubleshooting, data analysis, and cross‑functional technical communication. /p /li /ul h3Additional Skills/knowledge /h3 ul lipData analysis skills, including the ability to manage data sets, perform calculations, interpret results, and prepare graphs or technical summaries using scripting programming languages like Python or R. /p /li lipKnowledge of basic software tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; knowledge of SAP is preferred. /p /li lipLaboratory experience, including basic knowledge of biological and chemical laboratory procedures and the ability to operate laboratory equipment. /p /li lipWorking knowledge and ability to test, troubleshoot, and support electrical, mechanical, digital, or instrument‑related areas. /p /li lipAbility to understand and connect assay behavior, laboratory workflows, instrument performance, and system‑level interactions. /p /li lipFamiliarity with design control processes and quality standards as required for the role. /p /li /ul h3Language /h3 ul lipFluency in Spanish or Catalan. /p /li lipAdvanced knowledge of English (reading, speaking and writing). /p /li /ul h3Skills Capabilities /h3 ul lipStrong attention to detail and accuracy. /p /li lipExcellent analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate deviations, identify possible causes, and recommend corrective or improvement actions. /p /li lipAbility to apply scientific methods, theoretical knowledge, and technical reasoning to tasks within one or more areas of expertise. /p /li lipAbility to work in a multidisciplinary environment involving science, electronics, mechanics, software, pneumatics, fluidics, quality, and operations. /p /li lipStrong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with flexibility to support multiple people, projects, and technical needs. /p /li lipClear oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical or scientific issues to different audiences. /p /li lipExcellent organizational, time management, and multi‑tasking skills. /p /li lipAbility to work independently on assigned activities with moderate guidance and to escape risks or issues appropriately. /p /li lipCuriosity, willingness to learn, and adaptability in a flexible and changing RD environment. /p /li lipProactive, organized, resolute, and able to communicate results, problems, and progress within the group and across departments when required. /p /li lipReflects the values of Werfen and OEM in the quality of work and working relationships. /p /li /ul h3Travel requirements /h3 pSporadic travel or short‑term assignment to an external may be required (up to 10% of the time). /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
