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Chubb

Senior UI Engineer

Toronto, ON · On-site

Senior UI Engineer About the Role We're looking for a Senior UI Engineer who wants to own the ... Instrument UIs with Azure Application Insights; own frontend observability, error tracking, and ...

Chubb

Senior Backend Engineer

Toronto, ON · On-site

The Senior Backend Engineer, AI Platform owns the backend surface. You are the primary engineer on ... instrument all contributions with OpenTelemetry distributed tracing Author and maintain Swagger ...

Chubb

Senior Full Stack Engineer

Toronto, ON

Senior Full-Stack Engineer, AI Platform The Opportunity Chubb's AI Platform team is building an ... Instrument frontend applications with Azure Application Insights; own frontend observability, error ...

VitalBio

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Oakville, ON

CA$105K - CA$140K/yr

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Vital, you will be part of design and development efforts in ... You will work closely with cross-functional teams and will be developing a complex POC instrument ...

Proton

Senior Foundation Engineer (Drive)

London, ON · On-site

We use Grafana and Prometheus to instrument our SDK, Sentry to get details issues from the SDK ... As a Senior Drive Foundation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and ...

Quantum Space

CA$180K - CA$225K/yr

This role is for a senior technologist-turned-program-manager: someone with deep roots in systems engineering, spacecraft I&T, or instrument development who has grown into full technical, cost, and ...

Hatch

Instrument & Control Engineering

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$86K - CA$135K/yr

... engineer, and 2) office-based as senior Control, Automation and Electrical Engineer About the Role: On-Site: * Independently execute all commission activities. * Take ownership of project tasks to ...

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How much do senior instrument engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior instrument engineer in Ontario is $114,616.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $129,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a senior instrument engineer do?

A Senior Instrument Engineer is responsible for designing, specifying, installing, and maintaining instrumentation and control systems used in industrial processes. They ensure that these systems function efficiently, safely, and reliably to monitor and control variables such as pressure, temperature, and flow. Senior Instrument Engineers often lead projects, troubleshoot complex issues, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. They also collaborate with other engineering disciplines to optimize process performance and comply with industry standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior instrument engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Instrument Engineer, you typically need a degree in engineering (often electrical, instrumentation, or control engineering) and extensive experience with instrumentation design, installation, and maintenance. Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as PLCs, DCS, CAD software, and familiarity with relevant codes and certifications like ISA or IEC are essential. Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills help coordinate teams and interface with other engineering disciplines. These skills and qualities ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of complex industrial processes.

What are some common challenges faced by senior instrument engineers when working on multidisciplinary projects?

Senior Instrument Engineers often encounter challenges coordinating with other engineering disciplines, such as process, electrical, and mechanical teams, to ensure instrumentation specifications align with overall project requirements. Integrating new instrumentation technologies into existing systems while maintaining compliance with safety and industry standards can also be demanding. Effective communication, strong project management skills, and adaptability are essential to successfully navigate these complexities and ensure project deliverables are met on time and within budget.

What is the difference between Senior Instrument Engineer vs Instrument Technician?

AspectSenior Instrument EngineerInstrument Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Engineering, certifications like CSE or ISATechnical diploma or associate degree, specialized training
Work EnvironmentDesign, project management, troubleshooting in industrial plantsInstallation, maintenance, calibration on-site
Industry UsageEngineering firms, oil & gas, manufacturingRefineries, power plants, process industries

While both roles involve instrumentation, the Senior Instrument Engineer focuses on design, planning, and troubleshooting at a higher level, often overseeing projects. The Instrument Technician handles hands-on installation, maintenance, and calibration tasks. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

Senior Instrument Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Senior Instrument Engineer job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,616 per year, or $55.1 per hour.

Senior Engineer, Viking Design Transfer

Oakville, ON • Hybrid

VitalBio
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CA$130K - CA$155K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of mechanical and electrical engineers in the design transfer of an analytical IVD instrument into procurement and manufacturing.

  • Own end-to-end responsibility for the hardware design transfer under tight timelines, ensuring manufacturing and operations teams are successful in their timelines to deliver instruments through R&D and NPI.

  • Drive engineering design release process by convening and enabling design and technical reviews in a timely manner.

Job description

About you:

The Senior Staff Engineer, Viking Design Transfer will spearhead the design transfer of a cutting-edge analytical IVD (in vitro diagnostics) instrument. This is a high-impact, on-site leadership role in a fast-paced environment, requiring exceptional technical expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive mindset.

As Senior Staff Engineer, you will guide a multidisciplinary team of engineers from design transfer to manufacturing. You will play a central role in ensuring the technical integrity of the instrument while balancing complex and often competing requirements from software, consumables, product design, and manufacturing stakeholders.

What you'll do:

  • Lead and mentor a team of mechanical and electrical engineers in the design transfer of an analytical IVD instrument into procurement and manufacturing.

  • Own end-to-end responsibility for the hardware design transfer under tight timelines, ensuring manufacturing and operations teams are successful in their timelines to deliver instruments through R&D and NPI.

  • Drive engineering design release process by convening and enabling design and technical reviews in a timely manner. Discharging this responsibility will require close collaboration with QA, Supply Chain, Instrument and Integration teams.

  • Engage with supply chain to identify tactical and strategic sourcing issues; then be the glue that connects the design and supply chain teams to deploy creative solutions to maintain product release timeline and quality.

  • Work in close collaboration with manufacturing, instrument, SW and system integration teams to develop and deploy manufacturing process test methods (in-line and EoL). Identify fixturing needs and develop fixtures for assembly and tests.

  • Provide engineering guidance to shape the interactions with external laboratories to plan and execute product testing, verification, validation, and certification activities.

  • Drive proactive risk identification and mitigation, using sound judgment and engineering rigor.

  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture, bringing a hands-on, team-first approach.

What you need:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or related Engineering discipline.

  • 10+ years of engineering experience with demonstrated success in hardware design for complex instruments or medical devices.

  • 4+ years of direct people management experience in an engineering leadership role.

  • Strong background in both mechanical and electrical design for product development.

  • Proven experience managing and delivering projects under tight schedules and shifting priorities.

  • Deep understanding of product development lifecycle, from concept through design transfer and manufacturing ramp-up.

  • Experience working with software/firmware teams and an appreciation of embedded systems development.

  • Familiarity with regulatory and compliance testing, ideally for medical or IVD devices.

  • Exceptional communication, cross-functional collaboration, and organizational skills.

  • Must be on-site 5 days a week and thrive in a highly interactive, hands-on environment.

Why Join Us?At Vital Bio, you will:

  • Play a key role in keeping our labs and production lines supplied with the right materials at the right time.

  • You'll see a direct connection between your work and our ability to build, test, and ship diagnostic products that impact patient care.

  • You'll collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Inventory, Manufacturing, and Quality in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

  • As we scale, you'll have the opportunity to refine shipping and receiving processes, contribute to new workflows, and grow your skills alongside a team that values clarity, ownership, and thoughtful execution.

The salary range for this position is $130,000-$155,000 annually. Compensation will be determined based on the individual’s demonstrated experience, education, training, relevant certifications or licensure, and other applicable business and organizational factors.

This role is a current, onsite vacancy.

About Vital Bio

Vital is revolutionizing point-of-care diagnostics with our VitalOne platform, delivering real-time care wherever patients are. Our mission is to democratize health technology, making healthcare more accessible and proactive.

Our global team of experts spans chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics. We thrive on change, operate on trust, and value diverse perspectives. Our growth-minded culture empowers front-line decision-making and fosters impactful work.

We seek tenacious, bold individuals ready to transform healthcare. At Vital, your talent will make a difference as we work to ensure everyone has access to care when and where they need it.


Vital Biosciences Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance

As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated or AI-supported tools to assist with application review and screening. These tools are used to support, not replace, human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are always made by our hiring team.