Research and Development Engineering Associate (Co-op 8+ Months Preferred)

Job summary

The candidate will support the research, development, and manufacturing of sensor modules by designing and executing experimental procedures. They will also assist clinical, quality, and data analysis teams while troubleshooting hardware for medical devices.

Job details

Job Summary: The candidate would join the R&D Engineering team to support the research, development and manufacturing of our proprietary sensor modules and upstream sensor technologies. The candidate will primarily work with the team to design, execute and improve existing sensor-related processes and research projects. They would provide assistance to our clinical, quality, manufacturing and data analysis teams as needed. They would also work to design, bring-up, and test hardware for commercial medical devices and research studies. Note: This is an office-first role working out of our Kitchener HQ in the Medical Innovation Xchange (MIX) Job Responsibilities: Design, improve and test sensor-related processes in current and future product iterations. Plan and execute experimental procedures for various research projects. Analysis, thorough documentation, and presentation of R&D data to various internal and external stakeholders. Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of sensor-related issues, often with limited data and context. Write, update, and execute verification and validation tests in collaboration with the Quality team, maintaining quality management best practices throughout. Propose sensor technologies to future product requirements, assess feasibility, and plan for integration into product pipeline. Plan and conduct prototype builds, functional testing, and verification activities across various hardware and sensor development efforts. Assist our internal R&D and manufacturing teams wherever needed. Qualifications: These are some of the skills we are looking for in an ideal candidate. If you check some but not all of these boxes, please apply anyway! Curious by nature — unafraid to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and dive deep until you truly understand how things work. Self-directed and organized, with the ability to manage your own tasks, deadlines, and priorities (e.g. Jira). Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and environments. Ability to switch between "hack-y prototyping" and "scientifically rigorous" mindsets depending on project stage and requirements. Attention to detail, with an appreciation for the subtleties of sensor behavior and experimental approaches. Proficiency in organizing, documenting, and presenting technical information. Research experience including design of experiments, report generation, technical presentation, critical thinking. Biosensor-specific research experience. Experience with scripting and signal processing in Python. Experience with mechanical design of fixtures and jigs using industry-standard tools (e.g. Fusion 360, SolidWorks). Experience with electronic system operation, troubleshooting, and development (e.g. Arduino). Familiarity with embedded systems design and testing methodologies. Familiarity with ISO 13485 and similar standards for Quality Management Systems. Transparency & Hiring Practices: Compensation: The pay for this position will be based on average co-op wages as outlined by your academic institution’s co-op program or similar institutions if specific data is unavailable, ensuring fair and competitive compensation aligned with industry and academic standards. The typical range for this role is $22 - $25 per hour for work terms 2-4. Eligibility Requirements : This position is made possible through wage subsidy grants such as BioTalent SWPP. As such, participants must be a current student registered in a Canadian Post-secondary program. International students are not eligible. Eligible participants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada and be legally entitled to work. Co-op Requirement: As this is a co-op position, candidates must have a co-op work term scheduled with their institute for the term they are applying for. 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 fall term position will become available in Winter 2026.

What you’ll do

The candidate will support the research, development, and manufacturing of sensor modules by designing and executing experimental procedures. They will also assist clinical, quality, and data analysis teams while troubleshooting hardware for medical devices.

Requirements

Candidates must be current students in a Canadian post-secondary program with a scheduled co-op work term. Proficiency in Python, mechanical design tools, and familiarity with quality management systems like ISO 13485 are highly desired.

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• SolidWorks · Preferred
• Hardware Design · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Python · Preferred
• Embedded Systems · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Research and development
• Sensor technology
• Data analysis
• Hardware design
• Experimental design
• Technical documentation
• Root-cause analysis
• Verification and validation
• Python
• Signal processing
• Mechanical design
• Fusion 360
• SolidWorks
• Arduino
• Embedded systems
• ISO 13485
• Mechanical Design
• Technical Presentations
• Product Requirements
• Fusion (CAD Software)
• Curiosity
• Self-Discipline
• Biosensors
• Medical Devices
• Quality Management Systems
• Research
• Academic Standards
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Analysis
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• JIRA
• SolidWorks (CAD)
• Critical Thinking
• Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Embedded Systems
• Functional Testing
• Innovation
• ISO 13485 Standard
• Python (Programming Language)
• Prototyping
• Quality Management
• Research And Development
• Research Experiences
• Signal Processing
• Verification And Validation
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Scripting
• Root Cause Analysis
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Technology
• Research and Development Engineering Manager
• Research & Development Engineer
• Mechanical Engineers