Job Description

Job Title: Automation Design Engineer

Job Location: Philadelphia

Job Type: [Full-Time]

Reports To: [VP Engineering]

Company Overview: Biomeme is a leading innovator … We are committed to providing high-quality solutions to our customers and are seeking a talented and experienced Automation Design Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team.

Position Summary: As an Automation Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing production line fixtures for the manufacturing of biotech instruments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that fixtures are reliable, efficient, and meet the high standards required for precision manufacturing in the biotech industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop innovative fixtures through software and hands-on work for automation production lines, ensuring alignment with product specifications, regulatory standards, and manufacturing requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams to integrate fixtures seamlessly into automated production lines.
• Conduct feasibility studies and simulations to validate fixture design and optimize for cost, efficiency, and scalability.
• Review and refine designs using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and ensure designs are manufacturable, functional, and robust.
• Develop detailed technical drawings and specifications for fixture manufacturing, ensuring they comply with quality and regulatory standards.
• Work closely with the production team to troubleshoot and resolve any fixture-related issues that arise during the production process.
• Implement continuous improvements to production line fixtures, ensuring minimal downtime and increased throughput in a fast-paced environment.
• Support testing and validation of fixtures to ensure performance under real-world conditions, ensuring they meet the stringent requirements for biotech instrument production.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams to ensure proper fixture use, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in fixture design, automation, and biotech instrument manufacturing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in fixture design and automation for high-precision manufacturing, preferably within the biotech, medical device, or automation industries.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and material selection, particularly in automated production environments.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and quality control processes in the biotech or medical device industries (e.g., ISO 13485, GMP).
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the design and integration of automated systems for biotech instrument production.
• Familiarity with PLCs, robotics, and control systems used in automated production lines.
• Experience in prototyping, testing, and validating mechanical components in a production environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

If you are passionate about precision engineering, automation, and contributing to the development of life-changing biotech instruments, we encourage you to apply.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs