Who We Are

VoxCell Bioinnovation is looking for our next Lead Engineer.

We are a biotechnology start-up company located in Victoria, BC. We are developing human-like cancer tissue models for reliable pre-clinical testing. Our tissue models are developed using our high-resolution 3D bioprinter (Canada’s first high-resolution bioprinter) and proprietary bioinks. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions to the drug development industry. We are changing the way pharmaceutical companies test drugs, using cutting-edge technologies. 

VoxCell has garnered global recognition as a winner of the 2023 Falling Walls Venture, and is also a proud finalist for the BC Tech Association’s Company of the Year - Growth Award. Additionally, Life Sciences BC has recognized us on their "Companies to Watch – Recognition Honour Roll" for 2024. Canadian Venture News has also named us among the “Top 15 Visionary Medical Startups Shaping the Future of Medicine”, further affirming our position as a trailblazing Canadian startup.

Reporting to the CEO, the Lead Engineer will be responsible for managing the hardware & software department, in addition to designing, building, and testing advanced automation solutions to support VoxCell’s mission of producing human-like perfusable tissue models. The Lead Engineer will lead a team of mechanical engineers and software developers while collaborating with our scientific staff. We anticipate this role will be 50% team lead and administrative responsibilities and 50% hands-on technical work. 

As a fast-growing startup, we value flexibility in approach, proactive communication, and the possibility our science has to deeply impact the world around us. The successful candidate will have several years of experience delivering bespoke automated equipment in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. The role requires a deep understanding of electronics, electromechanics, and mechanical design along with strong communication skills, creativity, initiative, and a sense of urgency. 

This is a full-time and in-office position in our Victoria, BC office. 

Compensation

• $75,000 - $95,000 annual salary, plus equity 

• A health spending account 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software developers, mechanical engineers, and co-op students by: assigning and evaluating their work, hosting regular 1:1 meetings, and conveying information about technical work to the CEO

• Design, build, test, and maintain automated equipment

• Contribute to the continued development of VoxCell’s High-Resolution Bioprinter

• Work closely with other departments, ensuring that engineering work is aligned with go-to-market strategy and scientific needs

• Support the CEO & Sales Team in business development efforts, including presenting work to a global group of clients & potential customers, partners, and investors

• Lead vendor and contractor relationships as related to tools and lab space

• Prepare technical documentation and user training resources for a variety of audiences

• Engage with internal and external to establish project requirements & milestones, and take ownership of the Engineering department’s contributions

We are Looking For

• Experience leading a diverse team

• Experience designing system architecture based on project requirements and stakeholder feedback

• An understanding of 3D bioprinting, tissue engineering, and related technologies, and a mindset of continuous learning. 

• Ability to design, test, and troubleshoot electronic and electromechanical systems using common tools and techniques

• A high degree of self-motivation and professionalism.

• Experience in working in a high-growth startup, with excitement to contribute and work collaboratively. 

• We would consider the following skills & experiences to be a huge asset: 3D bioprinting, embedded programming, optics/optomechanics, familiarity with temperature control or a biolab environment, as well as previous experience in a research-heavy scientific environment. 

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or applied sciences

• A Mechatronics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering degree is preferred

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechatronics design or automation role

• Product engineering experience including, gathering user requirements and specifications, prototyping, iterative design, and stakeholder management

• Knowledge of and experience with electronics and electromechanical design

• Experience with ECAD packages, preferably KiCAD

• Comfortable using hand and power tools, such as soldering and oscilloscopes

• Experience in designing printed circuit boards

• Experience with schematic design

• Basic mechanical design experience

• Experience with 3D CAD packages, preferably Onshape

• Technical drawing experience

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV to our HR Representative, Alanna Gammage at careers@reimaginework.ca. 

VoxCell is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.