Senior Lab Instrument Engineer

Retro(1 month ago)

Redwood City, CAOnsiteFull TimeMedior$86,719 - $116,832 (estimated)Science Operations

About this role

This role is part of the Science Operations team at Retro, supporting a growing laboratory instrumentation core in a biotech startup focused on therapies targeting the biology of aging. The position centers on managing the full lifecycle of laboratory equipment, from installation and qualification to maintenance and decommissioning. The role sits within a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values versatility, ownership, and clear communication across labs, facilities, and logistics. It directly supports scientific teams by keeping critical instrumentation and facilities reliable and operational.

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Required Skills

Laboratory Instrumentation
Equipment Installation
Equipment Qualification
Instrument Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Mechanical Aptitude
Electrical Aptitude
SOP Documentation
Record Keeping
Calibration

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Qualifications

Degree in Biomedical Engineering
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Degree in Electronics or Related Field

About Retro

retro.bio

Retro Bio is a mission-driven biotechnology company focused on extending healthy human lifespan by 10 years. They develop therapeutics that target core aging processes, combining deep biology with data-driven discovery and translational research to advance candidate interventions toward the clinic. Retro Bio collaborates across academia and industry and builds interdisciplinary teams to accelerate programs that delay or reverse age-related decline.