Biosystems Engineering Director

Role Overview

Genus is seeking a Director of Biosystems Engineering to lead one of the most technically complex and business‑critical engineering platforms in our organization. This role is accountable for translating advanced bioscience, optics, electronics, software, and automation into reliable, scalable, field‑deployed systems that directly drive commercial outcomes.This is not a traditional research or functional engineering leadership role. It is a systems‑level platform leadership position responsible for integrating multiple advanced engineering disciplines, scaling production, supporting a global installed base, and leading a high‑performing multidisciplinary team in a fast‑moving, high‑expectation environment. This is a hybrid role in the Windsor, WI area with a minimum requirement of three (3) days a week on-site. 

You Will

• Lead a team of Biosystems Engineers to research, develop and execute the next revolutionary advances to Genus’ customers.
• Bring a deep understanding of life sciences instrumentation and a knowledge of project management best practices for biomechanical and opto-mechanical projects with significant business impact
• Be responsible for the ongoing development, articulation and execution of the company’s strategy for continued development of the platform and biosystems engineering departments at Genus
• Deliver long-term technology transformations to production scale within Genus businesses
• Show strong leadership and interpersonal skills in working with varied personalities and cultures as a leader in a team environment
• Interact effectively with peers as well as supervisors/subordinates and internal or external collaborators, as well as manage stakeholder expectations
• Bring first rate organizational and mentoring to those working in high-pressure interdisciplinary teams
• Use a deep understanding and appreciation of intellectual property protection and utilization to create opportunities for Genus
• Play an active role in the development and completion of projects, meet and report back to and from upper management, plan and monitor work schedules collaboratively with our Project Managers, and manage diverse engineering teams, including electrical, optical, microfluidic, and mechanical engineering
• Collaborate with dotted-line teams working on cell health and biology, and software engineering
• Deliver on a diverse and varied set of research projects by managing complex program requirements
• Exhibit strong communication skills in transferring knowledge across broad audiences both in the global network and within the region
• Foster an atmosphere of trust, integrity, and fairness on a variety of programs and projects, always ensuring that department goals and priorities are aligned with the company’s overall strategy, priorities, target goals, and values
• Exhibit a bias for results, working with a sense of urgency in accomplishing company objectives
• Leverage the knowledge of experts and outside collaborators to achieve business goals
• Scale new products to commercial launch as well as scale required for the manufacturing engineering effort, including site support for GSS instruments in the field
• Harness the synergy and nurture the creativity of individual staff and multidisciplinary teams in order to generate innovative research programs
• Use project management best practices and standards, including stage gate or milestone-based processes
• Prepare the biosystems engineering team for the continued growth and evolution of the technology platform
• Conduct peer review, providing feedback while removing impediments to individual and team success
• Be an effective change manager by visibly supporting culture change and organizational development initiatives across Genus as the unit grows, contributing to the review and ongoing revision of engineering projects, processes and procedure
• Manage and understand regulatory requirements, testing, and certification related to current and next generation instrumentation including (but not limited to) the following: CE, MET, NRTL, RoHS, and FDA 
• In conjunction with the Sr. Director of Scientific Informatics and Biosystems Engineering, develop relevant technical specifications for novel technologies and deliver quality projects in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Safety Statement: Ensure adherence to the Company’s Safety Program requirements and guidelines
• Live the purpose, mission and values of Genus at all times
• Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours
• Performs other projects and responsibilities as assigned
• Travel approximately 15%, both domestically and internationally

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (advanced degree preferred)
• 10 years of experience in life sciences instrumentation, automation, or similarly complex electromechanical systems
• 5 years of experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex technical programs
• Demonstrated experience taking highly integrated systems from R&D through production scale and into the field
• Strong systems‑level thinking with the ability to integrate optics, electronics, software, mechanics, and biology
• Proven ability to organize work, manage competing priorities, and lead through ambiguity
• Willingness and ability to work on‑site in Windsor, WI

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in regulated or compliance‑driven environments (e.g., CE, NRTL, FDA, RoHS)
• Exposure to software‑enabled systems, automation, data integrity, and system validation
• Background in environments where systems operate outside of controlled laboratory or hospital settings

Business Overview

This Role Is a Strong Fit If You…

• Enjoy being accountable for entire systems, not just individual subsystems
• Learn quickly, ask questions relentlessly, and build credibility by deeply understanding how complex platforms actually work
• Are energized by environments with high expectations, multiple stakeholders, and real business consequences
• Prefer hands‑on engagement with teams over managing from a distance
• Want to lead technology that directly impacts customers and revenue at global scale

 

Genus is a global agricultural biotechnology company committed to pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world. With operations in over 70 countries, Genus partners with farmers and food producers to deliver innovative technologies that improve productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.At Genus, we value integrity, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. We believe our best work happens when talented people tackle complex problems together and take ownership of outcomes.

 

ABS Global is a Genus company and is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products. Marketing in more than 70 countries around the globe, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941. We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated research and development function and an international distribution network. We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock whose offspring is designed to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world’s biggest farmers and food producers. IntelliGen Technologies is the technology within ABS that develops sexed bovine genetics that helps customers maximize their profitability and reach their end goals in a fast and efficient manner.

Benefits Overview

 

At Genus, we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (earned time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.  

Equal Employment Opportunities

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. 

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