Test Engineer - Microfluidics

DropGenie is building infrastructure to accelerate drug discovery.

We are building an automated microfluidic platform that makes complex cell engineering workflows simple, standardized, and automation-ready. Our technology empowers scientists to generate precisely modified primary and immortalized cell lines on demand, bridging the digital and biological to accelerate discovery and therapeutic development.

We are a fast-moving, early-stage startup with offices in Montreal and Boston. This position is open for Montreal. Every team member has the chance to make a real impact on the direction of our platform and the future of gene editing.

What You'll Do

• Build, test, and troubleshoot microfluidic devices

• Assist in the development and refinement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for device fabrication and operation

• Support in-house fabrication processes and contribute to evaluating outsourced manufacturing options

• Perform QC/QA tests (optical, mechanical, and electrical) across assembled devices

• Design and adapt fixtures and jigs for device interfacing and validation

• Run fluids through devices to verify cartridge integrity and collect test data

• Document, analyze, and report on microfluidic performance testing

• Collaborate with biology and engineering teams to integrate feedback into device iterations
  

What We're Looking For

• Degree or diploma in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field

• Hands-on experience with microfabrication or microfluidic device testing; cleanroom experience preferred but not required

• Familiarity with CAD design tools; basic programming skills (Python, R) a plus

• Comfortable with standard lab and engineering equipment (oscilloscopes, function generators, amplifiers, etc.)

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational ability

• Capable of working independently and contributing in a small, dynamic startup environment
  

Nice to Have

• Experience in cleanroom microfabrication techniques such as photolithography

• Familiarity with laboratory automation, liquid handling systems, or biology workflows

• Previous work in a startup or multidisciplinary R&D environment
  

Additional Information

• This position is based in Montreal, QC. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

• Direct applicants only. No agencies, please.

• At DropGenie, we believe that everyone has the ability to make an impact. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.