SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) · 2 hours ago
Sr. Purification Automation Engineer
Franklin, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$114K/yr - $170K/yr
6+ years expSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is a leading organization in laboratory automation. As a Sr. Purification Automation Engineer, you will develop innovative automation solutions for downstream purification technologies and lead engineering projects to enhance operational efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Develop brand new automation solutions for industrial-scale downstream purification technologies, aiming for peak efficiency and precision
Lead the development and construction of engineering skids for pilot and manufacturing scales, ensuring high performance and reliability
Provide counsel on intricate sensing and process control methodologies, crafting the evolution of our automation processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement scalable, user-friendly, and regulatory-compliant automation and control strategies
Lead customer engagements, including onsite and remote demonstrations, development of joint statements of work, and technology transfer activities
Apply expertise in IOQ (Installation and Operational Qualification), verification, and validation protocols to ensure robust system performance
Represent Thermo Fisher as a leader at technical conferences and industry forums in downstream automation
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 Required Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
Minimum of 6 years of experience in automation engineering, including proficiency in logic programming and graphics development for bioprocess downstream purification units
6+ years of relevant industry experience
Experience with commercial single-use chromatography apparatus or associated bioprocess purification systems
Experience with Emerson DeltaV or similar systems
Skillfulness in DeltaV and connected software for logic scripting and graphical interfaces within downstream purification procedures
Proven track record of effectively applying control methods for disposable systems in downstream purification
Strong foundation in scientific methodology, applied mathematics, and statistics
Remarkable proficiency in written and verbal communication
Effective project management capabilities
Willingness to travel up to 30%
Preferred
PhD is a plus
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
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
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
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Vicki Loise
CEO
Amy Wilkinson
Director, Global Events and Corporate Partnerships
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