Automation Engineer - Environment Testing

As an Automation Engineer you will spearhead the development optimization and upkeep of our advanced robotic automation systems. Working alongside a diverse team of experts your role will be crucial in implementing cutting-edge robotic technologies that enhance operational efficiency boost productivity and elevate process quality. Your contributions will be pivotal in our commitment to technological advancement and automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Robotic Automation System Design and Development:
  • Craft refine and manage robotic systems encompassing mechanical electrical and software elements.
  • Fine-tune systems for peak performance precision and cost-efficiency.
• Programming and Control:
  • Devise and enact control algorithms for robotic handling and trajectory planning.
  • Develop test and refine software for diverse robotic applications.
• System Integration:
  • Facilitate the smooth incorporation of robotic systems within commercial laboratory settings.
  • Construct interfaces and communication protocols to integrate with other machinery/instruments and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
  • Diagnose and remedy any integration-related complications.
• User Interface (UI) Design:
  • Develop intuitive User Interfaces (UI) that streamline process management for automated systems.
• Testing and Validation:
  • Perform exhaustive testing and validation of robotic systems to certify compliance with performance quality and safety benchmarks.
  • Interpret data and refine design and controls based on feedback.
• Documentation:
  • Generate and sustain comprehensive technical documentation such as design outlines operational manuals and troubleshooting procedures for robotic systems.
• Other
  • Additional duties as assigned 

Role will require travel up to 30% of the time. 

Qualifications :

Basic Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelors Degree in Robotics Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science or a comparable discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of significant professional experience in the robotics arena with a documented track record of leadership and successful project completion.
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
• Professional working proficiency in English is a requirement including the ability to read write and speak in English.

Ideal Candidates will have: 

• Robotics Expertise: Robust understanding of robotics fundamentals dynamics and control mechanisms. 
• Experience: At least 5 years of Automation Engineering experience with mechanical aptitude and ability to work hands on with tools and robots 
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Skilled in programming languages like C Python and familiar with ROS.
  • Experience with Program Logic Control (PLC) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) programming is desirable.
• Problem-Solving Prowess: Adept at identifying and resolving intricate technical problems.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to convey complex ideas and collaborate effectively with team members.
• Safety Knowledge: Acquaintance with safety protocols and best practices concerning robotic systems.
• Adaptability: Eagerness to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-evolving work environment.
• Travel: Candidates in this role will travel up to 30% of the time.

Additional Information :

Position is Full Time Monday- Friday and will report onsite at our Stafford TX location. 

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 paid time off and dental and vision options.

We support your development! Do you feel you dont match 100% of the requirements Dont hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression race nationality age religion sexual orientation disability and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! We are well on our way to achieving our objective of carbon neutrality by 2025 through a combination of emission reduction and compensation initiatives. We encourage our laboratory leaders to make sustainable changes at their local level and in addition to their initiatives we also count on our dedicated carbon reduction team to help us to achieve this goal!

Find out more in our career page: USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time