Junior System Engineer – Verification & Investigation - Desktop SEM

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office

Job Description

Position Summary

As a Junior System Engineer – Verification & Investigation, you will support the development and continuous improvement of our Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) products.

You will perform hands-on laboratory testing, verification and validation, troubleshooting, and technical investigations, working with multidisciplinary engineering teams to understand product behavior, identify root causes, and implement improvements.

This role is part of the expansion of our Brno Development Center, offering the opportunity to work with experienced engineers across multiple technical disciplines and contribute directly to innovative scientific instruments.

Our Technology

Our Desktop SEM business develops advanced scanning electron microscopes used worldwide in materials science, manufacturing, research, and quality assurance. Our products combine:

• Electron optics and vacuum technology
• Precision mechanics and mechatronics
• Embedded electronics
• Scientific software and user interfaces
• Image acquisition and analysis
• Manufacturing automation and system integration

Key Responsibilities

• Execute system verification and validation activities for components, subsystems, and complete SEM systems.
• Plan and perform hands-on laboratory testing and engineering experiments.
• Develop test procedures, analyze results, and prepare clear technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and perform structured root-cause investigations.
• Recommend corrective actions and product improvements based on investigation results.
• Support engineering changes, product releases, and new product introductions.
• Collaborate with Systems, Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Manufacturing, Quality, and Service teams.
• Participate in technical and design reviews.
• Identify opportunities to improve product quality, testing methods, and engineering processes.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and engineering best practices within the Brno Development Center.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Experience with laboratory testing and engineering experiments.
• Experience troubleshooting complex technical systems.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret test results and translate findings into technical recommendations.
• Good technical documentation and communication skills in English.
• A practical, hands-on approach and curiosity to understand how complex systems work.

Nice to Have

Experience with SEM or other scientific instrumentation, verification and validation methodologies, mechatronic systems, vacuum technology, quality processes, or supplier/component qualification would be an advantage.

Why Join Us?

You will work hands-on with sophisticated scientific instruments combining physics, mechanics, electronics, and software. You will have the opportunity to investigate real technical challenges, see the direct impact of your work on product performance and quality, and develop your expertise alongside experienced engineers in our growing Brno Development Center.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours to help you balance work and personal life.
• 25 days of vacation plus 5 sick days per year.
• Financial benefits, including an annual bonus, pension contribution, and access to life and health insurance at preferential rates.
• Discounted mobile plans for you and your family members.
• Free MultiSport card.
• Meal allowance and company canteen, with free fruit or vegetables every day.
• Modern working environment with relaxation zones, an on-site gym, outdoor sports area, and massages in the building.
• Open and friendly company culture, including our company rock band, sports teams, and other activities.
• Hackerspace equipped with a VR headset, recording studio for videos, music and podcasts, LEGO Mindstorms, 3D printer, Arduino, and much more.

Welcome

Thank you for your interest as you consider starting a new career journey with us. As the world leader in serving science, our colleagues develop critical solutions through innovation—and build rewarding careers. Discover their extraordinary stories and connection to our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Their work is a story of purpose. What story will you tell?

About Us

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of more than $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

Accessibility/Disability Access

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

EEO

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.