Automation Engineer

4 days ago


Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom CK Group Full time
Job Title: Automation Engineer

About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Automation Engineer, supporting automated liquid handling and bench-top automation platforms. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing & optimising scientific protocols on these platforms, ensuring optimal efficiency & performance.

Your Responsibilities:
  • Work closely with equipment users to develop & optimise scientific protocols on their automation platforms.
  • Develop, optimise, validate, and troubleshoot high throughput automated workflows.
  • Lead Equipment Breakdown Deep-Dive activities to identify the underlying cause.
  • Train equipment users on key concepts associated with the platforms to support best-practice and mitigate avoidable run failures.
  • Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of Laboratory Automation.

About You:
To be considered for this role, you should have a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Technical, or Sciences, with 3+ year(s) of experience servicing laboratory equipment. Strong communication skills are essential for this position, as well as experience working in a Pharmaceutical or regulated environment.

Working Environment:
The ideal candidate must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.). A fast-paced job with high demands may require long hours of sitting and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

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