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Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 day ago

Staff Automation Engineer

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a company focused on enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. They are seeking a Staff Automation Engineer to oversee electrical engineering, controls technology, automation, and robotics projects, promoting continuous improvement and integrating advanced automation solutions.

BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
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Responsibilities

Assess Failure Mechanisms: Evaluate the failure mechanisms of entire machines and electrical and mechanical processes
Establish Standards: Set standards for electrical prints and act as an authority in electrical development and component integration
Root Cause Analysis: Uncover root causes and implement balanced solutions
Advocate for risk-based decision making and demonstrate strong business insights
Leadership: Provide leadership in automation technology projects and the industrialization of new technologies
Project Leadership: Guide project teams to ensure the successful implementation of advanced engineering solutions
Showcase proficiency in electrical and controls engineering, solving sophisticated controls, PLC programming, and engineering obstacles
Component Selection: Resolve equivalent components for equipment that can no longer be purchased
Motor and Motion Control Development: Select and enhance motors and motion control systems for machine construction
Risk Minimization: Set up standard code structures and guide program development to minimize risks
Project Implementation: Develop multiple systems or machines, mentor other engineers, and lead program creation
Safety Standards: Detail how the team will meet safety requirements in projects
Automation and Invention: Lead the invention and construction of manufacturing lines with automation
Specialize in machine network connectivity and communications to establish expertise within the team
Multi-Functional Teamwork: Work multi-functionally to establish systems used by multiple sites
Technology Integration: Collaborate to efficiently introduce new technology into the manufacturing environment

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringControls TechnologyAutomationRoboticsStatistical AnalysisProject ManagementProblem-SolvingCommunicationCollaborationLeadership

Required

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening
Minimum Education required: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field
8+ years (Bachelor's), 6+ years (Master's) 4+ years (PhD) of hands-on experience in electrical engineering, controls technology, automation, robotics, and project management
Robust problem-solving and statistical analysis skills
Outstanding communication, collaboration, and project leadership abilities

Preferred

Master's, or PhD in a STEM-related field preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
Paid Time Off (120 hours per year) + Designated Paid Holidays
401K Company Match up to 6%
Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days!
Employee Referral Bonus

Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$15.97B
Key Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B

Leadership Team

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Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
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