Biomedical Engineering Assistant jobs

About Wren Labs
Wren Labs is a fast-growing Canadian research, engineering and product-development company working across biotechnology, scientific instruments, laboratory automation and advanced manufacturing.

Our multidisciplinary teams design, build and test real products. We work quickly, build frequent prototypes and expect everyone—from junior technicians to senior engineers—to contribute wherever practical work is needed.

About the Role
We are looking for a smart, practical and energetic Junior Mechanical Technician to support the assembly, testing and improvement of automated scientific instruments and consumable cartridges.

This is a highly hands-on position. You will build prototypes, assemble mechanical systems, conduct repeatable tests, troubleshoot problems and help engineers turn new designs into reliable products.

This is not a desk-only engineering role. The successful candidate must be comfortable using tools, assembling small components, cleaning parts, running repetitive tests and keeping the workshop organized.

The position is ideal for a recent mechanical engineering technology, electromechanical engineering technology or manufacturing technology graduate who wants significant practical experience and rapid career growth.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical prototypes
• Build and test scientific instruments, fluidic systems and cartridge assemblies
• Install motors, pumps, valves, sensors, tubing, fittings and mechanical components
• Perform dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers and gauges
• Conduct repeatability, reliability, leak, pressure and lifecycle testing
• Follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions and test procedures
• Record test conditions, observations, measurements, failures and results
• Photograph and document assemblies and experiments
• Identify mechanical problems and communicate findings clearly to engineers
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair and reassemble prototype components
• Support design changes and rapid prototype iterations
• Prepare components for machining, fabrication, assembly and testing
• Assist with 3D printing and basic prototype fabrication
• Organize tools, fasteners, parts, fixtures and engineering inventory
• Support production assembly and quality-control activities when required
• Maintain clean and safe engineering, testing and workshop areas

Required Qualifications

• College diploma or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology, electromechanical engineering technology, manufacturing technology or a related discipline
• Comfortable using hand tools and assembling mechanical components
• Able to read basic engineering drawings and follow written assembly instructions
• Experience using calipers or other dimensional measurement tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to document testing accurately and consistently
• Comfortable performing repetitive assembly and testing without losing accuracy
• Able to work independently after training and ask questions when uncertain
• Reliable, punctual and willing to help with routine technical and workshop work
• Comfortable receiving direct feedback and making corrections quickly

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience assembling prototypes, machines, robots or automated equipment
• Experience with pumps, valves, motors, sensors, tubing or fluidic systems
• Familiarity with SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or another CAD platform
• Experience with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines or machine-shop equipment
• Basic electrical wiring, soldering or electronics experience
• Previous co-op, internship, student-design-team or manufacturing experience
• Experience writing test reports or working under SOPs
• Familiarity with Excel, Google Sheets or electronic test records

Who Will Succeed Here

• Naturally notice loose fittings, misalignment, unusual sounds, leaks or inconsistent movement
• Enjoy taking things apart, understanding how they work and putting them back together correctly
• Are equally willing to assemble a prototype, wash cartridges, organize parts or run a repetitive test
• Do not consider routine hands-on work beneath you
• Keep excellent records instead of relying on memory
• Learn quickly without pretending to know what you have not yet learned
• Stay calm when a prototype fails and methodically help determine why
• Want to see your work become part of a commercial product

Growth Opportunity
This position can grow into a Mechanical Engineering Technician, Test and Validation Technician, Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Senior Technician or Technical Operations Lead role.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a short response answering the following questions:

• Describe the most complicated mechanical system, prototype or machine you have personally assembled.
• Tell us about a mechanical problem you diagnosed. How did you determine the cause?
• Are you comfortable spending much of your day assembling components, cleaning parts, organizing materials and conducting repetitive tests?
• Which tools, machines or measurement instruments can you confidently use?

Wren Labs welcomes applications from qualified candidates and provides accommodations during the hiring process upon request.

Pay: $40,000.00-$45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person