Automation Engineer at Eurofins Genomics, LLC in Louisville, Kentucky

Job Description:

Eurofins MWG Operon LLC, a Eurofins Genomics company, is a member of the Eurofins Group with major offices and production facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia, is an international provider of DNA sequencing services, DNA synthesis products, and bioinformatic services for academic and industrial research. The company's strengths are its strong customer orientation, fast service and high quality products including a series of advanced oligonucleotide design tools.

Eurofins is searching for an Automation Engineer in Louisville, KY.


Automation Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Maintains existing liquid handling robotic equipment and current methods for operation
• Validates, adapts, and customizes new robotic equipment to support the automation of the lab processes
• Develops, validates, and implements new applications for current and new robotic lab equipment
• Continuously analyzes and improves current automation int he lab by applying state of the art technology
• Integrates and connects different robotic platforms into highly automated production lines by using best practice for both the individual platforms and their integration
• Manages preventative maintenance, validations, and calibration plans for liquid handler robotic equipment
• Develops and/or customizes software components for the communication between the robotic platforms and the LIMS system, as well as software components for the scheduling of lab processes in the automated production line
• Works together with the R&D chemists to design and implement specific methods and protocols for the production environment
• Works together with the Maintenance department for modifications to robotic platforms, the production lines or the lab environment
• Documents all steps of the design and implementation process and collects and analyzes experimental data for the validation process (IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Coordinates with production and maintenance for the evaluation and implementation of new equipment and processes
• Communicates effectively with all levels of production and management
• Is responsible for robotic automation within a fast pace and highly automated biotech environment including oligonucleotide manufacturing, gene synthesis and sequencing applications
• Ensures that all processes are ISO 9001-2008 and ISO 13485 conform

The ideal candidate would possess :

• Previous experience working with ISO-13485
• Experience with programming in .net
• Knowledge with developing APIs for robotic controls out of a LIMS system
• Experience with machining parts for modifying or customizing robotic platforms

Basic Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering
• 2+ years of experience with robotic lab automation in a biotech environment
• Experienced in installing, customizing and maintaining robotic platforms with at least one of them being Hamilton, TECAN or Biomek FX
• Experienced in developing and programming robotic scripts and methods for at least one of the three platform, Hamilton, TECAN or Biomek FX
• Experience in developing and programming instrumentation FrontEnd applications for communication with LIMS applications
• Experienced in customizing scheduling software for integrated robotic lab applications such as schedulers
• Experience with preparing technical drawings for machining
• Experienced in documenting and analyzing experimental data and design specifications
• Experience with basic project management and people management
• Strong trouble shooting capabilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Strong back ground in ISO 9001
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is full-time, Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Louisville, Kentucky are encouraged to apply.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options.

To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com .

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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