SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) · 7 hours ago
Staff Automation Engineer
Millersburg, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
6+ years expSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is seeking a Staff Automation Engineer to join their team at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. in Millersburg. This role involves overseeing electrical engineering, controls technology, automation, and robotics projects while promoting continuous improvement and integrating advanced automation solutions.
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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
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
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)
SLAS, headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, is a tax exempt organization under section 501 (c) (3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Vicki Loise
CEO
Amy Wilkinson
Director, Global Events and Corporate Partnerships
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