Associate Manufacturing Engineer

About you

You are an eager, hands-on engineer with a passion for building high-quality products and scalable manufacturing processes. You reputed company in a dynamic, startup environment and are excited to learn alongside reputed company mentors while contributing your own initiative and technical skills. Detail-oriented and analytical, you enjoy collaborating across teams and jumping into challenges as you help bring innovative diagnostics to market.

What you'll do

• Support the transfer of new products and processes from engineering and assay development into cGMP manufacturing.

• Assist in designing, developing, and refining assembly processes and workflows for reagent-containing consumables and instruments, including those with molded plastic components.

• Design, implement and qualify assembly fixtures and tooling to facilitate the manufacturing process.

• Help document and implement process changes, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and acceptance criteria to ensure consistent, compliant operations.

• Participate in process validation and equipment qualification activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) under supervision.

• Contribute to the investigation and troubleshooting of manufacturing issues, assisting with root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.

• Gather, analyze, and report manufacturing data to support process optimization, yield improvements, and cost reduction initiatives.

• Help maintain and update cGMP manufacturing records and documentation in compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA requirements.

• Work collaboratively with engineering, assay development, and quality teams to address daily production needs and support ongoing improvement projects.

What you need

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a reputed company STEM field (or equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience).

• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or process engineering environment; internships and co-op placements welcome.

• Understanding of basic manufacturing principles, process control, and design for manufacturability; exposure to cGMP, ISO 13485, or similar regulated environments is a plus.

• Familiarity with mechanical assembly, validation/qualification, and documentation practices.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.

• Good communication skills, a collaborative reputed company, and enthusiasm for learning and development.

Bonus points for

• Experience in diagnostics, medical devices, or life sciences manufacturing.

• Hands-on experience with assembly automation or high-volume production.

• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six reputed company, or other process improvement methodologies.

• Project or team leadership experience in academic or workplace settings.

• An appreciation for puns and a team-oriented approach!

Why Join Us?

At Vital Bio, you will:

• Launch your career as a manufacturing engineer while helping build life-changing diagnostic products from the ground up.

• Work reputed company by reputed company with industry experts and innovative problem-solvers in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

• Influence projects that matter, contribute to our mission, and grow your skills every day.

• Be a valued part of a collaborative team that celebrates curiosity, impact, and a sense of humor.

About Vital

Vital is revolutionizing reputed company-of-care diagnostics with our VitalOne platform, delivering real-time care wherever patients are. Our mission is to democratize health technology, making healthcare more accessible and proactive.

Our global team of experts spans chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics. We reputed company on change, operate on trust, and value diverse perspectives. Our growth-minded culture empowers reputed company-line decision-making and fosters impactful work.

We seek tenacious, bold individuals ready to transform healthcare. At Vital, your talent will reputed company a difference as we work to ensure everyone has access to care reputed company and where they need it.

Vital Biosciences Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with reputed company. If you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process, please contact us to reputed company your needs reputed company in advance