Engineering Technician

The Basics

• This is a full-time, in-office position based in Toronto, ON. This posting is for a current vacancy.
• Work hours are somewhat flexible, but we'll generally expect you to be in the office between 9 am and 5 pm Eastern Standard Time.
• The starting salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000.
• The hiring manager for this position is Patryk Laskowski, and you can see his Linkedin profile here.

In this role, you'll be expected to:

• Build, assemble, and test prototype hardware systems used in our non-invasive NMR-based glucose measurement device.
• Support daily lab operations, including setup, equipment calibration, and inventory management, maintaining a safe, organized workspace.
• Assist with data collection and prototype validation, working alongside engineers and scientists to gather reliable experimental data for algorithm and system development.
• Fabricate or modify components using 3D printing, basic machining, or soldering, and help prepare builds for integration and testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair prototypes at the mechanical and electrical levels, escalating issues and contributing to iterative design improvements.
• Contribute to lab documentation, including build records, test logs, and standardized assembly processes, helping improve repeatability and quality.

You might be right for this role if you: 

• Have at least 2 years of hands-on industry experience in a lab, prototyping, or R&D setting.
• Are comfortable using lab tools and instruments, such as oscilloscopes, soldering irons, multimeters, and power supplies.
• Have used Altium to interpret schematics and navigate PCB layouts.
• Bring experience in medical devices, instrumentation, or precision hardware environments.
• Enjoy hands-on, detail-oriented work—building, testing, and iterating hardware prototypes.
• Have a natural curiosity and eagerness to learn, with a proactive approach to understanding how systems fit together across disciplines.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, knowing when to ask for help and share updates.
• Thrive in an experimental environment, where priorities shift as we learn and progress toward product readiness.

About Synex Medical

At Synex, our work culture is defined by a blend of ambitious goals, intense passion for our mission, and a deep commitment to the well-being of our employees. We encourage our team to set ambitious goals and provide the autonomy needed to achieve them.

While achieving significant milestones can require extra effort and collaboration at times, we also prioritize rest and self-care to maintain our team's well-being. Our policies and practices encourage taking time for personal and family commitments, ensuring that our employees can maintain a fulfilling life outside of work.

Developing strong social connections helps tie us together even when we are located in different places. Routinely, we meet in our regional offices for paid company lunches, learning sessions and social events.

Transparency and ethical standards are also foundational to how we operate. We collaborate with external partners from academia and industry to review and provide feedback on our work, ensuring scientific rigor and accountability. Internally, we promote psychological safety through regular check-ins with employees, anonymous surveys, and multiple avenues for reporting concerns, including an online reporting tool. These measures foster a supportive and open environment where employees feel safe to voice their concerns and contribute to the company's success.

Benefits

Building towards a predictive healthcare future starts with our team. We are dedicated to offering a strong benefits package which will improve as Synex expands. We currently offer:

→ Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: We cover 100% of the premiums for our employees. Coverage for partners and dependents varies based on location and plan.

→ Flexible Time Off: We don't place annual limits on vacation and sick days, and we require that you take at least 3 weeks of vacation each year (not counting company holidays).

→ Parental Leave: We provide 6 months of fully paid leave for all parents—whether you're a birthing, non-birthing, or adoptive parent.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Hiring

Synex Medical does not use automated AI systems to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed by a human. We may occasionally use AI tools to assist with reviewing resumes or summarizing interview notes, but these tools do not make or influence selection decisions.

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