Laboratory Automation Engineer / Lead Automation Engineer - 4753

Verista’s600 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.
Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.
Company Culture Guidelines &
Values:
We empower and support our colleagues
We commit to client success at every turn
We have the courage to do the right thing
We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise
Automation Engineer Responsibilities:
As an Automation Engineer in Bioproduct Research and Development, you will be responsible for identifying automation opportunities, assessing available technologies, and for implementing automation technologies across different laboratory areas. The ability to thrive in a team environment while seeking to leverage use of the automation tools available is a must. The scientist/engineer is also responsible for working collaboratively with a wide array of scientists, engineers and automation experts from many disciplines, leading / supporting organization initiatives, and providing internal influence on the use of automation in a laboratory setting.
Responsible for design and implementation of key automation aspects of laboratory equipment
Your innovative use of communication tools and techniques will facilitate in explaining difficult issues and establishing consensus between teams
Contribute to the completion of projects, manage own time on agreed targets, develop plans for own projects and leads small project teams
Demonstrate good planning, organizing, time management and team participation skills
Mentor and guide junior staff and serve as a technical trainer, whenever necessary
Clearly communicate progress and issues to peers
Requirements
Bachelor's and/or master's degree in engineering, life sciences or related field
At least 3 years’ experience/ knowledge with automated systems, including programming and improving complex systems
Familiarity with at least one computer coding language (such as Python, Java, C#, HTML), understanding in version control systems (like GitHub or GitLab) is a plus
Able to independently contribute through development and optimization of automation technologies preferred.
Able to oversee implementation of automation technologies with third parties through technical skills and project management principles
Must be able to work productively in an interdisciplinary team environment
Experience with Hamilton, Scinomix, Tecan or similar automated laboratory platforms preferred
Good oral and written communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Ability to influence and educate other scientists and engineers to use automation technologies as part of implementation
Proficiency using PC and Microsoft Office tools
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong attention to detail
GMP and Good Documentation Practice
Intermediate skills with WORD (authoring/editing large technical documents with styles, tables, TOCs, track changes)
Basic skills with EXCEL and PowerPoint
Experience with and tolerance for high levels of challenge and change
Experience with project management including capturing project requirements and deliverables, timeline development, stakeholder management and communications
Benefits
Why Choose Verista?
High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Medical, Dental &
Vision insurances
FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
As Needed Sick Time
Tuition Reimbursement
Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
Employee Recognition
Employee Referral Program
Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement
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For US geography, the salary range for this position is shown below. The actual salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, market demand, and competitive market practice. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
$107,800 - $162,879
*Verista is an equal opportunity employer.