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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and skilled **Manufacturing Engineer III** with a strong background in manufacturing and a passion for automation technologies. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who excels at solving complex problems, driving continuous improvement, and leading the integration of advanced automation solutions in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will hold a **Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field** and bring **at least 5 years of hands-on experience** . Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks), and a solid foundation in process development, validation, and automation system integration—including PLCs, robotics, and cobots—is essential. This role also includes mentoring junior engineers and supporting long-term automation strategies.

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead multi-functional projects passionate about automation, safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency improvements.

+ Identify automation opportunities within manufacturing and develop scalable, cost-effective solutions.

+ Serve as a technical mentor, particularly in automation, robotics, and process optimization.

+ Oversee automation and manufacturing projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

+ Collaborate with Operations, Quality, EHS, and Automation teams to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and cGMP standards.

+ Develop and document User Requirement Specifications (URS) for new equipment and systems.

+ Lead Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT) of automated and robotic systems.

+ Support all phases of equipment and process validation.

+ Design and improve mechanical systems, fixtures, and tooling using CAD tools like SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

+ Implement and optimize automation technologies including Allen-Bradley PLCs, cobots, industrial robots, and vision systems.

+ Use statistical tools (e.g., DOE, T-tests, ANOVA, Gage R&R) to analyze and enhance automated processes.

+ Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

+ Drive continuous improvement through lean principles, process mapping, and data-driven decision-making.

+ Support data collection, analysis, and visualization to guide process enhancements.

Scope & Complexity

+ Broad responsibility across automation integration, process engineering, validation, and mechanical design.

+ Involved in equipment selection, tooling design, and automation architecture, particularly in plastic injection molding and related systems.

+ Key contributor in identifying and scaling automation initiatives across operations.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Controls, Automation Engineering, or a related STEM discipline.

+ Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or automation engineering.

+ Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).

+ Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, collaborative and industrial robots, and system integration.

+ Background in mechanical design, fixturing, and process development.

+ Familiarity with validation protocols and regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO, cGMP).

+ Strong problem-solving and statistical analysis skills.

+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.