Research and Development Engineer (Junior)

Kitchener, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 29, 2026
1 position

$65,000–$80,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The engineer will assist in the development of medical devices through literature review, prototyping, and experimental testing. They will also support intellectual property filings, clinical research, and the troubleshooting of technical issues during the R&D lifecycle.

Job details

Job Responsibilities: Assist in the development of FluidAI’s next-gen medical devices through literature review, design, prototyping and testing. Plan and execute experimental procedures for various R&D projects. Support the development and filing of new intellectual property. Support current clinical research and product manufacturing/development activities. Support NPI activities. Analyze, document, and communicate technical information from R&D projects to various internal and external stakeholders. Troubleshoot and conduct root-cause analysis of issues that may arise during the R&D lifecycle, often with limited data and context. Propose new technologies for future product requirements, assess feasibility, and plan for integration into product pipeline. Note: This is an office-first role working out of our Kitchener HQ in the Medical Innovation Xchange Required Qualifications: 1-3 years of engineering experience in R&D, product development, or a research lab setting (internships and co-op terms count), ideally in medical devices or another regulated industry. Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical/Nanotechnology/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent. Systematic and detail-oriented methodology for scientific experimentation with clear alignment to project goals. Working understanding of basic biology, electrochemistry, and electrical engineering concepts. Possess strong interest in developing medical technology for post-operative care setting. Ability to switch between "hack-y prototyping" and "scientifically rigorous" mindsets depending on project stage and requirements. Comfortable working in a research lab setting (handling hazardous and biohazardous materials). Attention to detail in all aspects of the R&D environment. Proficiency at organizing, documenting, and presenting technical information. Ability and willingness to learn new skills and technologies as required. Bonus Qualifications: Master’s degree in the relevant technical fields or equivalent. Working knowledge of DoE and other statistical experimental techniques. Experience working within ISO13485:2016, 21 CFR 820 or equivalent. Experience in medical device development with a focus in R&D. Experience with Python as a tool for data analysis. Experience with embedded system operation, troubleshooting, and development (e.g. Arduino Experience with mechanical design of fixtures and jigs using industry-standard tools (e.g. Fusion 360, SolidWorks) Transparency & Hiring Practices: Compensation: Salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 CAD annually. Application Screening: All applications are screened manually. We do not use AI or AI-Augmented Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to screen, assess, reject, or select candidates. Position Status: This job posting is for an active vacancy.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Biomedical, Nanotechnology, or Mechatronics Engineering with 1-3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in scientific experimentation, technical documentation, and a strong interest in medical technology for post-operative care are required.