Mechatronics Engineer — Robotics Assembly & Commissioning
About The Position
Be a key member of the Advanced Robotics & Data Orchestration Team, building and sustaining the mechanical, electrical, and control systems that turn instruments and robots into reliable, reusable, push-button workflows for Alexion’s Product Development & Clinical Supply organization. Help transform our multimodality product development labs from manual, time intensive workflows, into an automated, scalable, and scientist-friendly ecosystem by designing and commissioning work cells, integrating devices and sensors, and partnering with Lab Orchestration and Data Engineering experts to improve uptime, safety, and data integrity. Help us accelerate life-changing therapies to patients with rare and ultra-rare diseases.
Requirements
- MS + 0 years, or BS + 4 years in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)—including 2+ years integrating lab or industrial automation hardware (robots, conveyors, fixtures, sensors, controllers, and input/output).
- Experience with calibration, alignment, mechanical assembly, and electrical wiring; ability to read and update drawings.
- Collaborative mindset with orchestration/software, data engineers, and scientists/operators; clear, practical documentation.
- Ability to lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted.
- Ability to work comfortably in a controlled environment with and around hazardous materials.
- Ability to gown/degown PPE.
- Ability to use a computer.
- Ability to engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging.
- Ability to engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue.
- Ability to collaborate with others.
- Ability to maintain general availability during standard business hours.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to regulated lab practices and validation documentation.
- Familiarity with barcode or RFID, basic vision, and material handling equipment.
- Awareness of observability concepts (telemetry, alarms) and reliability basics.
Responsibilities
- Assemble and integrate robotic and lab automation hardware (fixtures, guards, conveyors, end of arm tooling) and wire signals to controllers.
- Perform alignment, calibration, and dry run testing; validate sensors, interlocks, and safety functions.
- Assist with instrument connectivity (signals over serial/Ethernet), barcode, or RFID capture, weigh/dispense, and other material handling verification.
- Pair with orchestration engineers to validate state transitions, timing, and exception handling on live systems.
- Maintain drawings and documentation; support requirements and validation testing and issue tracking during factory/site activities.
- Support operator enablement (checklists, basic training, day two troubleshooting) and reliability improvements focused on reducing errors and reruns.
Benefits
- Eligibility for various incentives
- Opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses
- Equity-based awards for salaried roles
- Qualified retirement programs
- Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
- Health coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
