System Engineer

R&D Systems Engineer

About Us

PURioLABS is a growing medical device research and development company pioneering innovation in infection prevention. Our small team of healthcare and engineering professionals is committed to transforming cutting‑edge research into impactful health technologies. We develop novel disinfection solutions that support healthcare providers, improve patient outcomes, and enhance quality of life.

Our company created its first novel disinfection cabinet in the early days of the COVID‑19 pandemic and placed several units around the U.S. and pursued an FDA emergency use authorization. As we developed three more iterations of the cabinet and had completed successful 3rd‑party laboratory studies, the pandemic ended and the EUA opportunity ceased. The U.S. Army liked what we had created and asked us to create a solution for the U.S. military mobile and stationary medical units, sterilizing a variety of sensitive medical devices. The Defense Health Agency funded a Phase I project which resulted in the smaller cabinet. A Phase II project was again funded to advance the science and create a next‑generation design, shown as a CAD rendering. Due to great progress in the Phase II, DHA has funded a Phase II+ project to complete the final design of the PURitALL Sterilizer and ready it for FDA clearance. This funding provides PURioLABS with a 24‑month financial runway and an incredible opportunity to create wealth for our team members and change the world with our novel sterilization technology. We intend to demonstrate the efficacy and commercial viability and then sell or license the product to other medical device OEMs. We have 5 granted patents and 2 pending. PURioLABS has other products in the queue to create as well.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Research and Development “Systems” Engineer with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering and a passion for experimentation and problem‑solving. This role centers on the design, rapid prototyping, and experimental testing of advanced mechanical systems that involve electronic controls, fluidics, hydrodynamics, multiphase flows, and thermodynamics. At PURioLABS, we prioritize innovation and flexibility. The members of our team work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with leaders in engineering, medicine, and science. You will have both the freedom and support to drive the direction of your work—and the opportunity to shape technologies that deliver real clinical impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the engineering projects and progress between our internal design efforts and those of our external design partners.
• Design and develop innovative mechanical components and systems for early‑stage medical devices – beginning with our advanced design of the current PURitALL disinfection cabinet which will receive a significant design update and be further prototyped in 2026 on a path toward FDA 510K clearance for a Class II device.
• Build and iterate functional prototypes using rapid prototyping tools (e.g., complex sourcing, 3D printing, CNC, laser cutting – all outsourced)
• Plan and conduct experiments to evaluate system performance in real‑world and simulated conditions.
• Analyze results, troubleshoot system performance, and refine designs accordingly.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including biomedical engineers, clinicians, and regulatory professionals.
• Clearly document engineering processes, design decisions, and experimental outcomes.
• Manage configurations, design control and signature approvals of adoptions and changes.

Qualifications

Required:

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360) and hands‑on prototyping.
• Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and/or multiphase systems.
• Basic understanding of computer and electronically controlled machine engineering.
• Basic understanding of common regulatory requirements for machine/user safety.
• Excellent analytical, experimental, and troubleshooting skills.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, iterative R&D environment, often self‑directed.

Preferred:

• Experience in the medical device industry or translational research.
• Familiarity with FDA or ISO standards relevant to medical devices.
• Exposure to simulation tools (e.g., CFD, FEA) for system modeling and analysis.
• Experience working in microbiology lab environments.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering, Research, and Design

Industries

Medical Equipment Manufacturing