Automation Engineer

Job title:

Automation Engineer

Company

PerkinElmer

Job description

We are aware that fraudulent job offers are circulating on social media. Perkinelmer does not engage in email interviews, does not requests fees payments and only communicates through our secured enterprise management system. Please note that legitimate emails will always come from a ‘perkinelmer.com’ email address.What is Recruitment Fraud?Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam offering fake job opportunities to job seekers. This type of fraud is normally carried out through e-mails or social sites by an individual claiming to be from the company. These fraudsters often request recipients to complete employment forms requiring that you provide your personal identifying information. The scammer may even conduct an “interview” with the job seeker through a virtual conferencing platform and will often request that the job seeker make a payment as part of their fake recruiting process.How to identify Recruitment Fraud?Please note that PerkinElmer DOES NOT:

• Send job offers from free email providers such as Yahoo, Google, etc. Some scammers try to use email addresses that have PerkinElmer in the name, such as

, however, these are not legitimate emails. * Present job offers without an employment application, an interview and a discussion with the hiring manager.

• Request payments or any type of personal data, such as credit card information, from prospective candidates for employment.
• Authorize anyone to collect money or arrive at any monetary arrangement in return for a job at PerkinElmer.
• Require background screening on job applicants prior to being interviewed. All background screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable law and at appropriate times during the recruitment process, not prior to an interview.

What to do if you are approached?

• Do not send any money or provide any personal information.
• Please contact the FBI’s Internet Crimes Complaint Center at this link to report the internet scam:

. The FBI’s IC3 aggregates criminal events and conducts analyses to prosecute these crimes. CloseDon’t ask what’s next. Define it. Step up, stand out and make a Statement.KeywordsLocation Search JobsShareAutomation EngineerCambridge United Kingdom Save for LaterResponsibilities Location Cambridge, GB Job ID REQ-053529We are looking for an Automation Engineer to join the team located at one of our client sites to manage, organize and implement day-to-day Laboratory Automation Support activities. The role provides high quality specialist engineering support to Laboratory Automation. This would include but not be limited to, High Throughput Screening Systems, Compound Management Automated Platforms, Dual Robot Systems, Cell analytical equipment, Liquid Handling devices, microplate imaging and Flow Cytometry. Manufacturers will include High Res Bio, Beckman, Azenta, Agilent, Thermo, Hamilton, Molecular Devices, Matrix and Tecan.Key Responsibilities:Act as ‘first-responder’ for critical equipment breakdowns, ensuring minimal impact on scientific activity.Ensure prompt, flexible, customer focused specialist engineering support whilst maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and engineering standards.Diagnose faults on complex equipment and systems utilising the multi-disciplinary support internal and external to the team to produce a satisfactory solution.Strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems with hands on skills in both engineering terms and system integration terms.Understanding of multi axis robots such as Staubli, Denso, Kuka and precise systems.Understands automation process: central operating systems/application, communicating to a variety of other (integrated) equipment, unique comms, handshaking, electrical, mechanical and motion process.Carries out integration of equipment with a multi axis robots providing labware transfers.Create, manage and review supporting documentation e.g. service reports/SOP’s/Maintenance schedules and instructions/relevant safety documentation.Plan & carry out engineering maintenance and commissioning work associated with scientific equipment and systems in a safe, cost-effective manner to ensure minimum business disruption.Use technical knowledge to identify and source components and services.

Support users in the preparation/design of operating procedures, SOPs, Change Control.Manage the availability of essential spares to support the range of equipment and systems used within the laboratory facilities in a cost-effective manner.Establish & maintain strong relationships with the Vendors/Service Organisations.Establish & maintain strong relationships with science groups.Monitor the performance of the scientific equipment and systems using Key Performance Indicators to instigate improvements and influence changes.Acts as an ambassador to PerkinElmer, ensuring a first-class service is delivered at all times.Performs other duties as required.Requirements:HNC/HND in relevant engineering discipline.5+ years’ experience within the Laboratory Instrument Support sector across a wide range of scientific and/or automated systems. (This would include but not be limited to, Cell analytical equipment, Liquid Handling devices, Flow Cytometry, Target equipment base Agilent (Velocity11), Thermo, Hamilton, Molecular Devices, Matrix, Tecan, Beckman, Compound Management Storage, Microplate Imaging)Advanced Modern Apprenticeship with NVQ 3 in engineering.Very strong analytical skills with proven ability to break down and solve complex problems in a logical and structured approach.Experience of working in a fast paced, operational environment.PC literate in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).Strong relationship management and excellent communication skills/influencing skills.Ability to work to own initiative but team orientated and able to work with minimal supervisionRobust and assertive attitude towards achieving results and motivating team members.Strong written and verbal communication skills.High customer focus.Desirable:Degree Electrical / Electronic/Science/EngineeringPharmaceutical / Regulated working backgroundPC hardware/architecture and Communication Systems knowledge (Ethernet/RS232, etc.)CMMS experienceWorking Environment:Role is site based on a customer site.Must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.) in laboratory.ÂJob pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high.ÂMust be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the timeÂThe person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings onsite Frequently operate on instruments, objects, tools or controls, which will require regularly bending, squatting, stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function.  ÂSpecific vision abilities required by this position include without limitation, the ability to observe details at close range distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in order to perform the essential service functions of this position.  ÂOperates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.ÂMay be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against hazards present in the laboratory environment.PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

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Cambridge

Job date

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 23:55:40 GMT

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