Digital Automation Engineer

Job Details

• Employment Type: Full time
• Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)
• Environmental Conditions: Office

Job Description

Are you prepared to advance your engineering career? Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Engineer III, Systems Infrastructure to join our ambitious Digital and Factory Automation team. This role requires a diligent and meticulous approach to work.

Key Responsibilities

• Automation Support: Assist in the design, installation, and maintenance of digital and factory automation systems, including equipment automation, process automation, and digital automation.
• Technical Implementation: Contribute to the development, configuration, and testing of automation workflows in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Support data integration by connecting manufacturing data systems like MES or equivalent experience with factory automation for seamless data flow.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement, using lean methodologies to optimize manufacturing workflows and increase operational efficiency.
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Provide technical troubleshooting for automated systems, identifying root causes of issues and supporting the implementation of effective solutions.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed project documentation, including design specifications, testing results, and operational guidelines. Support the generation of reports on system performance and optimization metrics.
• Collaboration: Work closely with senior engineers, IT, and production teams to understand operational needs and align automation solutions with business objectives.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field).

Technical Skills

• Basic knowledge of automation systems, PLC programming, SCADA, and control systems.
• Familiarity with Industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
• Understanding of data management tools and basic scripting (Python, SQL) is a plus.
• Knowledge of digital tools such as Microsoft 365 tools including Power Apps, Power Pages, Power Automate & Power BI or MES systems is desirable.

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in factory automation, digital systems, or a related engineering field.
• Exposure to manufacturing processes and workflows is an advantage.
• Preferred programming experience (Method Development) with Liquid Handlers such as Tecan and Hamilton.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Basic understanding of safety and quality standards in manufacturing environments.

Join us and be part of a team that successfully implements world-class automation solutions and drives continuous improvement in our operations. Your contribution will help us achieve flawless efficiency and quality in our manufacturing processes!