Automation Engineer Posted Feb 14, 2008
Augmentation, Inc., Gaithersburg, MD
 
Automation Engineer

The Automation Engineer will design and program high performance robotics automation, assembly and/or inspection systems for automated reagent dispensing systems, micro-plate test kits and micro-fluidic assay cartridges used in the bio-defense, clinical, and life-science markets. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to support the needs of new product development programs and expand the capacity of existing manufacturing lines through automation. Additional job duties include the configuration, validation and troubleshooting of automation system hardware and software.

Requirements:
An individual qualifying for this position will have a BS or MS in computer science or electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering with experience in full lifecycle software development for automation systems using software languages such as C, C++, C# or Visual Basic. Prior experience in specifying, selecting and integrating assembly, process control and inspection instrumentation such as industrial robots, PLCs, machine vision and image processing, and digital and analog sensors is strongly preferred. Experience developing, integrating and validating systems, in a cGMP, ISO or other regulated production environment for pharmaceuticals, biotech or medical devices manufacturing is a plus.