Work Schedule

Standard Office Hours (40/wk)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific's Environmental and Process Monitoring business unit is seeking a Systems Engineer III to serve as the primary systems engineer for our continuous-operation FTIR-based industrial gas analyzer products. Based in Madison, WI, you'll drive new product development and be the systems owner for our MAX product lines, working closely with Applications Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering teams.

What you'll do

Drive Exciting Technical Development & Own Product Architecture

Own systems engineering for industrial FTIR-based gas analyzers, developing next-generation designs for continuous emissions monitoring and process gas applicationsPerform hands-on design, prototyping, and testing in our high-paced development environment, from individual components to full integrated solutionsWork directly with customers to understand their needs and challenges, translating these into requirements and system design concepts.Develop product architecture documentation such as system schematics, plumbing diagrams, and flow diagramsDesign and select components for gas handling systems including pneumatic/solenoid valves, mass flow controllers, heaters, and various sensorsDrive technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing, ensuring smooth transitions and production readiness

Technical Leadership

Provide strong technical leadership as the Engineering point of contact for MAX products across a globally distributed teamLead stage-gate activities for development projects to support timely product launchesPerform risk analyses and DFMEA to ensure product reliability and safetyBuild and maintain regulatory technical files and serve as the ECO process leaderProvide sustaining engineering support for manufacturing, service, quality, and regulatory groups as a product line expert

What you'll bring

BS in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Chemical, or related engineering field; MS preferred5+ years in systems engineering for complex electromechanical or analytical instrumentation is requiredExperience with FTIR technology is a strong plusProficiency in PLC programming, industrial control systems (analog and digital I/O), and communication methodologies such as Modbus TCP/IP is a plus.Expertise in gas handling system design, flow controls, and integration is a strong plusExperience in creating system schematics, flow diagrams, and associated technical documentation is requiredExperience with risk analysis methodologies and DFMEA is helpfulA desire for hands-on problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in a R&D laboratory environment is neededAbility to work independently through ambiguity

Success in this role will be measured by:

Timely delivery of robust system designs that meet customer requirementsSuccessful technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing with minimal early production disruptionsDecrease in manufacturing quality issues by offering proactive assistance, updated test methodologies, and trainingAbility to resolve complex technical challenges independentlyEffective teamwork across global teams to drive product improvements

Why join us

Impact critical environmental, health and safety, and process monitoring solutions used by leading companies worldwide, to make the world a healthier, cleaner, and safer placeBe the systems engineering authority for advanced FTIR based gas analyzers to complete industrial gas monitoring solutionsCollaborate with expert teams in our Madison facility, across the US, and globally, gaining exposure to diverse technical fields and expertiseThrive in a high-paced environment with hands-on technical challenges

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!