Automation Engineer - Protein Expression Sciences (PES)

Role Summary

Automation Engineer to join Protein Expression Sciences. Manage automated equipment to support VelociMab antibody discovery and production cell line development. Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technologies in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and troubleshoot automation methods for standalone and integrated systems, including Hamilton Robotics, Dynamic devices, and HighRes Biosolutions.
• Coordinate the testing and deployment of new automation methods with scientists.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automated systems and existing methods.
• Train new users on equipment operation, create SOPs, and provide ongoing technical support.
• Oversee maintenance and preventative maintenance on all automated equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and promptly communicate automation-related issues to relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure proper storage of samples in the automated biobank and oversee maintenance/management of biobanks.
• Contribute innovative solutions to increase efficiency and decrease costs, while improving sample throughput and data quality.
• Work with scientists to identify unmet needs and new automation solutions to address them.

Qualifications

• Required: B.S. or M.S. in Science or Engineering with 3+ years of automation experience. Direct experience programming liquid handlers (e.g., Hamilton STAR/Vantage or Dynamic Devices Lynx) is required.
• Preferred: Experience with scheduling software (e.g., Cellario or Green Button Go).
• Preferred: Familiarity with LIMS/Benchling integration; knowledge of programming languages such as C# or Python.

Skills

• Passion for automation and innovation
• Strong technical and problem-solving abilities
• Independent troubleshooting of robotic equipment and integrations
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Education

• B.S. or M.S. in Science or Engineering

Additional Requirements

• Note: Not included is compensation, benefits boilerplate, or non-essential disclosures.