{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8c9a7bc69f8a9fbf8c3f7fa7","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8c9a7bc69f8a9fbf8c3f7fa7","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8c9a7bc69f8a9fbf8c3f7fa7","title":"Senior Systems Engineer","description":"Role Information\nTitle: Senior Systems Engineer\nReports to: VP of Engineering\nLocation: Boston/Cambridge, MA\nPosition Overview\nThis role is a critical part of Portal’s mission to advance PRIME Nexus® toward commercialization. You will work cross‑functionally with engineering, quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and external partners to help scale a novel drug‑delivery platform that directly impacts patient experience and therapeutic success.\nThis is an opportunity to take ownership, solve complex problems, and contribute meaningfully at a pivotal stage of Portal’s growth.\nThe Senior Systems Engineer will support the SW, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering teams with designing, building, documenting and testing software controlled electromechanical systems.\nWhat You’ll Do\nYour Impact\nWork closely with software, electrical and mechanical engineers to design, build, document and test electronics systems for next generation electromechanical autoinjectors and related test setups\nEvaluate component and system performance by developing, executing, and documenting verification and validation plans. Evaluate the feasibility of meeting external partner needs.\nCollaborate with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams to meet product launch goals\nKey Responsibilities\nPartner cross‑functionally to translate requirements into practical, compliant solutions\nSupport MRD / PRD development, documentation and lifecycle management\nSupport Risk Management documentation (RMF workbook, dFMEAs, pFMEAs, uFMEA) development\nEvaluate component and system performance by developing, executing, and documenting verification and validation plans\nReliability Engineering / test fixture / test plan development\nEngage with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and partners\nWhat We’re Looking For\nRequired Qualifications\nExperience with interdisciplinary engineering with a degree related to Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering.\n5+ years of experience in medical devices, biotech, pharma, or a regulated industry\nExperience working within quality systems (e.g., ISO 13485, design controls)\nAbility to work effectively in a fast paced, collaborative environment\nExperience with soldering, test, measurement setup and basic lab equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, DAQ, etc.)\nExperience with mechanical fabrication for prototypes: machining, and 3D printing\nProven analytical, reporting, and documentation skills\nFamiliarity with ECAD tools such as Altium for schematic capture and PCB layout\nFamiliarity with CAD tools such as Solidworks for mechanical design\nExperience with microelectronics and embedded systems\nExperience programming in Python, C and C++\nExperience automating test setups and data acquisition.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with drug-device combination products\nExposure to human factors engineering, usability, or patient centric design\nExperience supporting products through development, validation, or commercialization\nStrong communication skills and comfort working cross functionally\nHow to Apply\nPlease submit a resume (and cover letter if applicable) to careers@portalinstruments.com. Candidates will be contacted if their background aligns with Portal's needs.\nPay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k)\n401(k) matching\nDental insurance\nEmployee assistance program\nEmployee discount\nFlexible spending account\nHealth insurance\nHealth savings account\nLife insurance\nPaid time off\nParental leave\nRetirement plan\nVision insurance\nApplication Question(s):\nWill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa?\nEducation:\nBachelor's (Preferred)\nExperience:\nmedical device: 5 years (Required)\nLocation:\nCambridge, MA 02141 (Required)\nAbility to Relocate:\nCambridge, MA 02141: Relocate before starting work (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Portalinstruments","rawCompany":"portalinstruments","city":"Somerville","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T17:58:51.430Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2031.00","title":"Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers","slug":"bioengineers-and-biomedical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334510","title":"Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing","slug":"electromedical-and-electrotherapeutic-apparatus-manufacturing"},{"code":"339113","title":"Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing","slug":"surgical-appliance-and-supplies-manufacturing"},{"code":"339112","title":"Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"surgical-and-medical-instrument-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Systems Engineer","description":"Role Information\nTitle: Senior Systems Engineer\nReports to: VP of Engineering\nLocation: Boston/Cambridge, MA\nPosition Overview\nThis role is a critical part of Portal’s mission to advance PRIME Nexus® toward commercialization. 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