Telescope Innovations Corp. is a Vancouver-based chemical technology company developing scalable manufacturing processes, products, and services for the pharmaceutical and high-value chemical industry. The Company builds and deploys new enabling technologies including flexible robotic platforms and artificial intelligence software that improve experimental throughput, efficiency, and data quality. These platforms help reduce chemical process development costs and timelines while addressing critical challenges in health and sustainability.
Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in chemistry, automation, robotics, software, and data science to develop next-generation laboratory technologies and self-driving laboratories.
Visit us at telescopeinnovations.com
Reporting structure and time-commitment Reports to VP, Research and Development
Full time
Indefinite term
Position overview Telescope Innovations is seeking an Intermediate Mechatronics Engineer to join our product development team. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys taking complex products from concept through deployment and is comfortable working across mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced laboratory automation equipment. Our products are typically low-to-medium volume, high-value scientific instruments that integrate precision mechanics, electronics, sensing, fluid handling, robotics, and embedded control systems.
While the role spans multiple engineering disciplines, there is a particular emphasis on electronics design, PCB development, and embedded firmware development.
This position offers the opportunity to work closely alongside chemists, software developers, data scientists, and automation specialists to develop innovative products for the pharmaceutical and advanced chemical manufacturing industries.
Job duties Design, develop, and support recent laboratory automation products from concept through commercialization
Participate in product architecture and technical decision-making for new hardware platforms
Develop engineering requirements, specifications, test plans, and design documentation
Contribute to continuous improvement of existing products and systems
Electronics and embedded systems
Design analog and digital electronic circuits for laboratory instrumentation and automation systems




Design and review multi-layer PCBs using modern ECAD tools
Select and integrate microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, communication interfaces, and power electronics
Develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware for STM32-based systems
Implement communication protocols including SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, RS232/485, USB, and Ethernet where required
Debug hardware and firmware issues through structured testing and root-cause analysis
Support transition of designs from prototype to production
Mechanical design and system integration
Develop mechanical designs and assemblies for laboratory automation equipment
Create CAD models, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation
Work with internal and external fabrication partners to manufacture and assemble prototypes
Integrate mechanical, electrical, and software subsystems into complete products
Perform design verification and validation activities
Prototyping
Manufacture and assemble prototypes of designs and products
Operate FDM and SLA 3D printers
Safely use hand and power tools
Create wire harnesses and electronics prototypes
Testing and validation
Develop and execute test procedures for subsystems and complete products
Analyze test data and recommend design improvements
Troubleshoot electromechanical systems during development and deployment
Support reliability, performance, and safety testing
Cross-functional collaboration and technical communication
Collaborate closely with software developers, chemists, automation engineers, and external suppliers
Support technical reviews and design reviews
Contribute to technical reports, grant applications, and intellectual property development
Assist in technical communications and product demonstrations for customers and partners
Lab safety and quality
Complies with and supports Telescope’s safety protocols including:
procedures for the use and disposal of chemical materials
maintenance of Telescope’s safety records
WHMIS, UBC, and other agencies, as required




Maintain accurate engineering records and design documentation
Ensure designs comply with applicable standards and best engineering practices
Required qualifications Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, etc.)
3-7 years of relevant industry experience in product development
Demonstrated experience designing and developing commercial hardware products
Strong experience with embedded systems development using STM32 microcontrollers
Strong embedded C/C++ programming skills
Experience with PCB schematic capture and layout
Experience bringing prototype hardware through testing and iteration
Experience integrating sensors, motors, actuators, and control electronics
Experience with laboratory, industrial, robotics, or automation equipment
Proficiency with at least one 3D CAD package
Soldering and PCB rework skills
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Preferred qualifications Registration as a PRofessional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC
Experience with:
Motor control systems and motion control
Robotics and automated laboratory systems
Altium Designer, KiCad, or equivlent PCB design tools
RTOS-based embedded development
Linu-based embedded systems
Python for automation, testing, or data analysis
Working in regulated environments such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or medical devices
Product commercialization and manufacturing transfer
Compensation structure and benefits Salary: CAD $100,000 - $140,000 based on level of experience and suitability to the role
Bonus: 10% of total compensation, based on company objectives and personal objectives mutually agreed upon with management
Contractor or Employee: Employee
Eligibility for Telescope’s extended health benefits programs: Eligible
Vacation: 15 days of vacation per calendar year, prorated for the first year based on hiring date. 1 additional day each subsequent year of service, up to a maximum of 20 days.
Telescope Innovations is committed to maintaining an inclusive workspace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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📌 Intermediate Mechatronics Engineer (British Columbia)
🏢 Telescope Innovations
📍 British Columbia