Agilent Technologies · 2 months ago
Manufacturing Automation Engineer
US-TX-Cedar Creek
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$98K/yr - $153K/yr
4+ years expAgilent Technologies is committed to improving lives through science, and they are seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer at their Cedar Creek facility. This role focuses on enhancing the production of critical reagents and consumables by leading automation initiatives to improve quality, scalability, and efficiency in manufacturing operations.
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Responsibilities
Design, implement, and validate automation systems in collaboration with internal teams and external partners
Improve electro-mechanical systems and reagent manufacturing workflows
Identify and integrate enhanced inspection and quality verification methods
Analyze manufacturing performance using data and value stream mapping to uncover automation opportunities
Lead automation projects from concept through deployment, including user requirement specifications and design reviews
Maintain and monitor deployed equipment using metrics such as Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE)
Prototype custom tooling and fixtures using rapid prototyping and 3D printing
Document technical processes and improvements clearly and accurately
Collaborate cross-functionally with operators, technicians, engineers, and global teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Automation, Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
4+ years of hands-on industrial automation experience
2+ years in a manufacturing engineering or automation role
Proficiency in robotics, liquid handling, packaging automation, vision systems, and sensor integration
Strong mechanical and electrical skills, including schematic interpretation and system troubleshooting
Effective communicator with strong collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams
Experience managing multiple projects in dynamic environments
Preferred
PLC programming
cobot programming
Python
VBA
Benefits
Bonus
Stock
Benefits
Company
Agilent Technologies
Agilent Technologies addresses the scientific and laboratory management needs of analytical scientists and clinical researchers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2019-09-05Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1999-11-26IPO
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Mike McMullen
CEO and President
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President and CEO
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