Senior Product Development Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Join Us in Advancing the Future of Cell Therapy

At PBS Biotech , we are not just building bioreactors — we are helping enable the next generation of life-saving therapies for type-1 diabetes, cancers, and Parkinson’s disease.

Founded in 2006 our team has been developing technologies that enable scientists and manufacturers to bring advanced cell therapies to patients faster and more reliably. From stem cell treatments to regenerative medicine, our work supports innovations that have the potential to transform lives.

What makes PBS special is not just what we build — it’s how we build it. Our products are developed, engineered, and manufactured right here in our state-of-the-art facility, giving our teams the unique opportunity to see their ideas come to life. From concept to production, innovation happens under one roof.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for passionate problem-solvers who want to be part of something meaningful — people who are excited by the opportunity to shape products that support breakthrough therapies and improve lives.

Senior Product Development Engineer

As a Senior Product Development Engineer , you will play an important role in bringing new laboratory instruments to life.

This is a hands-on position where you will help shape and improve products that support cell therapy manufacturing — from early concepts through launch. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to solve design challenges, improve product performance, and ensure new solutions can be successfully built and scaled.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys building real products, working collaboratively, and seeing their work move from concept to production.

What You'll Do

• Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle from concept through prototyping, testing, and production release.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, and marketing to define product requirements and specifications.
• Conduct detailed technical analysis and feasibility studies to guide design decisions and optimize product functionality.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to ensure adherence to best practices and continuous improvement.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and risk assessments to ensure on-time delivery of product milestones.
• Engage with suppliers and external partners to source components and integrate new technologies effectively.
• Analyze customer feedback and field data to drive iterative improvements and resolve product issues post-launch.

What You Bring

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or similar)
• 5+ years in product development
• Strong design and problem-solving skills

• Experience working with manufacturing teams
• Proven expertise in CAD software and product design tools Experience with product testing, validation, and quality assurance protocols.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance requirements relevant to the industry.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle and embedded systems integration.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• Experience with micro-fluidic handling, Rockwell automation, SolidWorks and injection molded part design preferred.

Why PBS?

Because here, your work helps enable therapies that may change lives.

You’ll join a collaborative, fast-moving team where your ideas matter and the products you help build support the future of medicine.