Automation Engineer

Vertex Pharmaceuticals • Boston, MA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Translate manual research and development processes into the design of automation systems. Troubleshoot standard system problems by analyzing information to make judgments; document identified solutions. Support daily operations, commissioning, and validation activities while working in cross functional teams. Work to identify continuous improvement opportunities and participate in driving them from conception through implementation. Participate in automation design for both continuous and batch processes. Provide technical guidance in the operation of the automation system and participate in the advancement of current automation capabilities and the design and implementation of new automation capabilities.

Requirements

• Employer will accept a Master’s degree in biomedical engineering, computer science or related field and [2] two years of experience in the job offered or in an Automation Engineer-related occupation. Alternatively, employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, computer science or related field and [5] five years of experience in the job offered or in an Automation Engineer-related occupation.
• Utilizing Hamilton and Biomek automation programming, method development, and general maintenance
• Scheduling software for integrated automation work cells
• Method development, optimization, and deployment of both highthroughput cell-based and biochemical assays
• Working with automated data capture software
• Assisting large matrix technical teams to reach successful outcomes under accelerated timelines across broad disease areas and therapeutic modalities
• Complying with all relevant safety and GMP procedures.

Responsibilities

• Translate manual research and development processes into the design of automation systems.
• Troubleshoot standard system problems by analyzing information to make judgments; document identified solutions.
• Support daily operations, commissioning, and validation activities while working in cross functional teams.
• Work to identify continuous improvement opportunities and participate in driving them from conception through implementation.
• Participate in automation design for both continuous and batch processes.
• Provide technical guidance in the operation of the automation system and participate in the advancement of current automation capabilities and the design and implementation of new automation capabilities.

Benefits

• annual bonus
• annual equity awards
• medical, dental and vision benefits
• generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
• educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
• a generous commuting subsidy
• matching charitable donations
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees