Automation Engineer

This is a 12-month contract position.

The Automation Engineer designs configures tests implements and sustains automation solutions for formulation DNA synthesis manufacturing workflows and production data systems at the Petaluma site. The role partners with Manufacturing Quality Operational Technology Enterprise Information Technology and external vendors to deliver reliable maintainable and compliant automation solutions. This position combines hands-on equipment and workflow support with software development MES/LIMS integration scheduling and batching automation production data capture and practical deployment of automation technologies that improve productivity data integrity operational efficiency and manufacturing scalability.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to capably perform each of the following essential duties:

• Develop configure test troubleshoot and verify assigned automated liquid handling workflows on Dynamic Devices Tecan and other production equipment including methods deck layouts consumables plates scripts workflow verification and integration with related manufacturing processes
• Develop modify test troubleshoot and document automation and scheduling software scripts for assigned workflows using C# Python instrument specific programming languages and other approved technologies
• Support DNA synthesis automation and workflow integration activities involving sample tracking batch tracking instrument status barcode identifiers labels and data flow between manufacturing processes and digital systems
• Configure and test MES and LIMS workflows that support traceability including operator tasks station activities production records instrument events and batch status visibility
• Contribute to the design implementation configuration and improvement of scheduling and batching automation solutions for assigned workflows including run sequencing dispatching queue management and hands-off workflow initiation to reduce manual batching decisions and improve process consistency
• Execute dry runs wet runs process simulations user acceptance testing issue triage and operational readiness testing in collaboration with Manufacturing Quality Process Design and Operational Technology teams
• Author or contribute to work instructions automation requirements risk assessments test protocols traceability documentation deviation records and validation or computer software assurance deliverables in support of controlled implementation quality review and compliant system sustainment.
• Identify and communicate workflow bottlenecks manual handoff risks data integrity gaps batching inefficiencies and automation improvement opportunities for evaluation by senior engineering quality or management stakeholders
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve automation issues verify workflow performance and ensure solutions are usable by operators and sustainable by site teams
• Adhere to company policies procedures safety expectations quality requirements data integrity practices and engineering standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Essential Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in automation engineering electrical engineering mechatronics robotics computer science/engineering manufacturing technology or a related technical discipline with at least 1 year of automation experience; or associate degree or technical certificate in a related technical discipline with at least 3 years of automation experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and hands-on automation experience
• Working knowledge of software development and scripting using C# and Python including the ability to read troubleshoot modify test and document code used for instrument control workflow automation data processing system integration and manufacturing support
• Hands-on experience supporting liquid handlers laboratory automation workflow integration manufacturing automation instrument integration or automated laboratory or manufacturing systems
• Working knowledge of liquid handling workflows plate-based processing sample tracking batch tracking barcode-driven workflows instrument setup basic method troubleshooting and manufacturing data capture requirements
• Experience configuring operating supporting or troubleshooting automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan Lynx Hamilton Beckman or comparable platforms
• Experience supporting automated workflows that include instruments consumables plates labels barcode identifiers data capture and structured operator or system handoffs
• Experience documenting automation configurations test results troubleshooting outcomes work instructions training materials and operational handoff information
• Ability to follow controlled procedures execute testing document technical changes and communicate issues clearly across Manufacturing Quality Engineering Operational Technology Enterprise Information Technology and vendor teams
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail practical troubleshooting skills and comfort working in active manufacturing or laboratory environments
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while escalating risks blockers and technical decisions appropriately
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and Teams

Desired Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Direct experience with Lynx and/or Tecan liquid handlers in a biotechnology diagnostics pharmaceutical life science or advanced manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting DNA synthesis oligonucleotide manufacturing plate-based workflows reagent delivery workflows sample preparation or high-throughput laboratory automation
• Experience with Tulip Manufacturing Execution System workflows Laboratory Information Management Systems electronic batch records production data capture operator guidance systems or station-based digital work instructions
• Experience with scheduling software batch scheduling logic run sequencing dispatching tools production planning systems optimization algorithms or rules-based workflow automation
• Exposure to artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted batching algorithmic scheduling automated queue management hands-off workflow initiation or decision-support tools for manufacturing or laboratory operations
• Familiarity with structured query language (SQL) Python scripting representational state transfer (REST) application programming interfaces (APIs) OPC Unified Architecture (OPC-UA) barcode systems label printing systems instrument event capture database integrations or manufacturing data pipelines
• Experience supporting Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) International Organization for Standardization (ISO) regulated or quality-controlled environments including commissioning computer software assurance testing change control support and data integrity practices

Additional Information :

What we offer (US based-employees):

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care childcare and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability life insurance and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options- 8 10 and 12 hour shifts available with option of day swing and night shifts.
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately
• Full week paid off during the holidays
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work Companywide social events frequent catered lunches and much more!

The typical pay range for this role is: Salary Range: $112211 (Minimum) - $168316 (Maximum)

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the California -based position.  The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience skills and location.

This position requires current U.S. work authorization. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship for temporary visas (including H1B H2B OPT O1 TN)

ABOUT LGC: 

LGC is a leading global life science tools company providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers products and workflows and are valued for their performance quality and range. 

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age disability race color ethnic or national origin sex sexual orientation gender reassignment marital or civil partnership pregnancy or maternity religion or belief. Short listing interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender sexual orientation marital status color race nationality ethnic or national origins religion or belief age or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC please visit our website

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time