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SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) • Millersburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Salary: 120 hours per year
Role & seniority: Staff Automation Engineer (staff level) at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Millersburg, first shift
Stack / tools: electrical engineering, controls technology, automation, robotics; PLC programming; motor and motion control; machine networking and communications; standard code structures; safety standards
Lead automation technology projects and industrialization of new technologies
Assess failure mechanisms and establish electrical/print standards; perform root cause analysis and risk-based decisions
Guide project teams, mentor engineers, and ensure safe, compliant project implementations
Bachelor’s in a STEM field (MS/PhD preferred)
4+ years (PhD) / 6+ years (MS) / 8+ years (BS) hands-on experience in electrical engineering, controls, automation, robotics, and project management
Strong problem-solving, statistical analysis, communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities
Advanced degree (MS/PhD)
Experience standardizing electrical development, component selection, and multi-site automation systems
Expertise in PLCs, safety compliance, and mentoring across teams
Location & work type: Millersburg, OH; first shift, on-site; full-time; U.S. work authorization required (no sponsorship), background check and drug screening required
Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)
Environmental Conditions
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States withoutsponsorship. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, whichincludes a drug screening.
Join the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. in Millersburg as a Staff Automation Engineer and become an essential part of our engineering team! You will oversee electrical engineering, controls technology, automation, and robotics projects, promoting continuous improvement and integrating advanced automation solutions. This is your opportunity to work on innovative projects and make a meaningful difference!
Key Responsibilities
Assess Failure Mechanisms: Evaluate the failure mechanisms of entire machines and electrical and mechanical processes.
Establish Standards: Set standards for electrical prints and act as an authority in electrical development and component integration.
Root Cause Analysis: Uncover root causes and implement balanced solutions. Advocate for risk-based decision making and demonstrate strong business insights.
Leadership: Provide leadership in automation technology projects and the industrialization of new technologies.
Technical Excellence
Project Leadership: Guide project teams to ensure the successful implementation of advanced engineering solutions. Showcase proficiency in electrical and controls engineering, solving sophisticated controls, PLC programming, and engineering obstacles.
Component Selection: Resolve equivalent components for equipment that can no longer be purchased.
Motor and Motion Control Development: Select and enhance motors and motion control systems for machine construction.
Risk Minimization: Set up standard code structures and guide program development to minimize risks.
Project Implementation: Develop multiple systems or machines, mentor other engineers, and lead program creation.
Safety Standards: Detail how the team will meet safety requirements in projects.
Automation and Invention: Lead the invention and construction of manufacturing lines with automation. Specialize in machine network connectivity and communications to establish expertise within the team.
Multi-Functional Teamwork: Work multi-functionally to establish systems used by multiple sites.
Technology Integration: Collaborate to efficiently introduce new technology into the manufacturing environment.
Qualifications
Minimum Education required: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field Master’s, or PhD in a STEM-related field preferred 8+ years (Bachelor’s), 6+ years (Master’s)4+ years (PhD) of hands-on experience in electrical engineering, controls technology, automation, robotics, and project management. Robust problem-solving and statistical analysis skills. Outstanding communication, collaboration, and project leadership abilities.
What We Offer
Pay rate based on experience Annual performance-based bonus Annual merit performance-based increase
Excellent Benefits!
Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1 Paid Time Off (120 hours per year) + Designated Paid Holidays 401K Company Match up to 6% Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days! Employee Referral Bonus
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at ThermoFisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.