Bring more to life.
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?
At Molecular Devices, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.
Join Molecular Devices and help drive scientific discovery for life science customers in academia, biotech, pharma, and government. Our automated and AI-enabled technology empowers researchers to tackle complex questions and gain deep insights, accelerating the development of safer, more effective therapeutics. As part of our team—rooted in collaboration, authenticity, and innovation—you’ll ultimately contribute to groundbreaking science that enhances lives globally and shapes a healthier future for all.
Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
As our new Systems Engineer (m/f/d) you will play a key part in sustaining our products throughout their entire lifecycle—from launch to end-of-life. Beyond supporting existing products, you will also take on a technical leadership role focused on the scoping, development, and implementation of custom design solutions to meet specific customer needs across a broad range of Molecular Devices’ standard product offerings.
You will collaborate with a highly skilled technical team and work closely with stakeholders including manufacturing, service, product management, application scientists, and product development. Together, you will drive improvements and enhancements to our high-precision electro-mechanical and optical systems.
This position reports to the Global FIT Manager and is a part of the Engineering Team located in Puch bei Hallein, Salzburg, Austria and will be an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Analyze existing technologies and develop strategies to achieve desired functionality.
Collaborate across disciplines, coordinating designs with Mechanical, Optical, Electronic, Firmware, and Software Engineering teams.
Build, integrate, and test systems, including troubleshooting and debugging to ensure optimal performance.
Apply hands-on problem-solving skills to identify issues, determine root causes, implement corrective actions, and sustain improvements.
Utilize industry-standard tools and methodologies such as FMEA, structured problem-solving, Poka-Yoke, and Standard Work to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives while driving continuous process improvement.
The essential requirements of the job include:
Life Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Physics.
1 - 3 years of R&D experience in measuring and detection technologies.
Proven ability to perform systems integration and verification against defined requirements.
Creative problem-solver with strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electro-mechanical, optical, communication, and control systems.
Very good English language skills, German language proficiency is a plus.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
Familiarity with Microplate Readers and Clone Screening Automation
Experience working professionally with Operations technicians and manufacturing engineers
Molecular Devices, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
For this position, the collective agreement for the electrical and electronics industry applies; the minimum monthly gross salary is € 4.341,85 (based on full-time employment), with willingness to pay more depending on qualifications and experience.
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Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Skills Required
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Physics
- 1–3 years of R&D experience in measuring and detection technologies
- Experience performing systems integration and verification against defined requirements
- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electro-mechanical, optical, communication, and control systems
- Very good English language skills
- German language proficiency
- Familiarity with microplate readers and clone screening automation
- Professional experience working with operations technicians and manufacturing engineers
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical plan options alongside dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Wellness initiatives and support programs such as an EAP and vaccination or fitness offerings add breadth beyond core insurance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching and options such as pre-tax and Roth contributions. Broader financial rewards such as performance bonuses and access to equity or an employee stock purchase plan are also described.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave and family-building support are described as available, including maternity and paternity leave and fertility assistance. Childcare and eldercare support are also highlighted as part of the overall package.
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What We Do
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.
