Pay: $50 - $70/hour

Position Details:

Client: Pharmaceutical

Position Title: Automation Engineer

Duration: 12 months (Possible extension)

Location: Worcester, MA 01604

Job Description:

• For this posting, we are seeking a talented engineer with a strong mechanical or electrical engineering background. We leverage automation to push the bounds of how fast and how many molecules we can make. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in lab instrument automation, CAD design and scripting to accelerate and streamline antibody production and characterization workflows. We value diverse perspectives and applicants from different research backgrounds are highly encouraged. Together we will continue to evolve our discovery engine through the development, implementation and optimization solutions. We are looking forward to your application and to meeting you!

• Educational Background:
• BS, MS in mechanical/electrical/chemical engineering, computer science or related field with 5-7+ years (BS), 3-5+ years (MS) of pharmaceutical and/or relevant experience

• ­ Expert knowledge in custom design and production of components/labware to support protein production automation. Familiar with CAD design software (Onshape, Solidworks). Hands-on experience in 3D printers (Bambu, Prusa, Formlab, etc.).
• ­ Proficiency in hardware and software operation and maintenance of liquid handlers (Hamilton, Lynx, Tecan) and robot arms.
• ­ Familiarity with C#, Arduino or python scripting for instruments and data automation.
• ­ Experience in integration of actuators and sensors for lab instruments using microcontrollers is highly valued.
• ­ Knowledge of general biologics production is preferred
• ­ Keen ability to initiate the automation discussion and collaborate across the broad BGM department
• ­ Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time , paid sick and safe time , hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable)