Technologist Jobs in Burnaby, BC

Job Description Summary

Are you a hands-on manufacturing professional eager to build cutting-edge biotechnology equipment? STEMCELL Technologies, Canada’s largest biotechnology company, is seeking a dedicated Senior Manufacturing Technologist to play a key role in the manufacturing, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of our medical research laboratory instruments.


As a Senior Manufacturing Technologist, you will contribute directly to the production of advanced lab automation systems used by researchers around the world, bringing strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and experience in a production environment to support high-quality, reliable instrument build. You will be part of a dynamic, product manufacturing team responsible for the assembly and testing of the electrical and mechanical technology in our benchtop instruments. The role provides an opportunity to contribute in the manufacturing and design innovation of products for our customers, as well as maintaining our leadership presence in the life sciences industry.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently perform electrical and mechanical assembly of instrument modules while verifying product quality and performance standards
• Diagnose and resolve common assembly, system performance, and diagnostic troubleshooting issues efficiently
• Maintain strict inventory control for raw materials, sub-assemblies, and finished goods, including cycle counts and ERP transactions
• Provide vital feedback to product design teams regarding manufacturability and continuous improvement of product assembly
• Draft, update, and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), assembly instructions, and ISO 13485 quality compliance records

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma with 2–6 years of relevant experience, preferably in mechanical, electrical, and optical system assembly; experience in an ISO-certified environment is considered an asset
• Familiarity with robotics, vision systems, liquid handling, automation, software systems, along with experience using SAP or other ERP systems; paired with strong diagnostic abilities
• Ability to lift, arrange and transport objects up to 25-30 lbs
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) with a demonstrated ability to work in team-oriented environments
• Highly flexible and adaptable with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and tolerance for changing priorities

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STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned, Vancouver-based biotechnology company that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Driven by our love of science and passion for quality, we are a company of Scientists Helping Scientists—standing by our customers to provide the outstanding products, technical support, and training they need to advance their research. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine, and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, accessory products, and services. Through our many regional offices, as well as our distribution centers in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble, and Singapore, we deliver our innovative, specialized products to more than 100 countries. With over 1,800 employees globally, most with scientific or engineering degrees, STEMCELL is proud to be the largest biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact.

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

The annual salary for this job ranges from:

$72,700.00 - $98,300.00

STEMCELL determines an individual’s pay within the range based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization. For jobs that are eligible for sales incentives, the range noted above is inclusive of target incentives; actual incentives are based on individual performance results in accordance with company policy. In addition to base salary, STEMCELL offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement savings, and more.