Mechatronics Engineer – Biotech Robotic Automation

Eurofins USA Genomic Services; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Eurofins USA Genomic Services is seeking a hands-on Mechatronics Engineer to design, integrate, and maintain robotic and automated systems for DNA/RNA synthesis operations. The role spans mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation disciplines in a fast-paced R&D and manufacturing setting.

The successful candidate will perform assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electromechanical devices, develop SolidWorks designs, and support continuous improvement of automation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related field
• 1–5 years of industry experience in automation, robotics, mechatronics, or related engineering fields
• Experience with SolidWorks for both mechanical and electrical design
• Knowledge of automation systems, robotics, and motion control systems
• Understanding of sensors, actuators, pneumatics, motor controls, and embedded systems
• Hands‑on experience with equipment assembly, integration, and troubleshooting
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated electromechanical and robotic systems
• Support proprietary oligonucleotide synthesis robotic systems and automated manufacturing platforms
• Perform robotic system assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting
• Develop mechanical and electrical designs using SolidWorks
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring layouts, mechanical assemblies, and BOMs
• Integrate sensors, motors, actuators, pneumatic systems, motion controls, PLCs, and embedded controllers
• Assist in prototype development, equipment upgrades, and process automation initiatives
• Support installation, calibration, preventive maintenance, and repair of automation equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues in manufacturing and laboratory environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, process engineering, software, and R&D teams
• Prepare technical documentation, SOPs, assembly instructions, and engineering reports
• Support continuous improvement and scale-up activities for automated synthesis system

Skills

SolidWorks

Automation

Motion control

Embedded systems

Sensors & actuators

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Robotics Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Eurofins USA Genomic Services is seeking a hands-on Mechatronics Engineer to design, integrate, and maintain robotic and automated systems for DNA/RNA synthesis operations. The role spans mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation disciplines in a fast-paced R&D and manufacturing setting.

The successful candidate will perform assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electromechanical devices, develop SolidWorks designs, and support continuous improvement of automation