Test Engineer

Jon Title: Test Engineer (Product Development)

Location: Onsite- 1910 East Innovation Park Drive Oro Valley, Arizona 85755 United States

Duration: 6 months contract and possibility of extension

We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Engineer with demonstrated expertise in pathology laboratory technologies and experience working with electromechanical diagnostic instruments. This onsite role supports a new product development program currently in the Feasibility phase, within a regulated pharmaceutical and diagnostics setting.

Role Overview

The selected candidate will work extensively in an on-site laboratory environment, performing technical assessments on Roche Tissue Diagnostics instruments using a variety of assays and tissue samples. Findings from these assessments will directly contribute to defining design inputs for next-generation diagnostic systems.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands-on lab work, data-driven decision-making, and early-stage product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform system characterization of diagnostic instruments during feasibility and early development phases
• Develop, write, and execute engineering and laboratory testing protocols
• Design and conduct experiments (DOE) to support product design decisions
• Execute test method validation activities in accordance with regulated industry standards
• Analyze experimental data, evaluate results, draw conclusions, and recommend improvements
• Support design input development through structured testing and documentation
• Plan and execute assigned projects using strong technical and theoretical knowledge
• Maintain quality control of work products and ensure data integrity
• Contribute to process updates, documentation improvements, and experimental design
• Communicate results clearly through technical reports and presentations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, R&D, and quality teams

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with systems characterization protocols
• Hands-on expertise in Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Experience with test method validation
• Proven ability to author and execute lab and engineering test protocols
• Strong background in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting
• Excellent technical presentation and documentation skills
• Demonstrated ability in project planning and execution
• Highly detail-oriented with strong quality control practices
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Self-motivated, hands-on engineer who is highly coachable
• Creative problem-solver with a strong focus on process optimization and continuous improvement

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
• 2–5 years of relevant experience, preferably within pharmaceutical, diagnostics, biotech, or medical device environments