Senior Controls Engineer - Lab Automation & Robotics
Lila Sciences
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Job summary
Lila Sciences is seeking a seasoned Engineer II / Senior Engineer, Control Systems Design to lead the design and development of control systems for automated scientific equipment. You will architect advanced control systems, integrate robotics and PLC technologies, and drive strategic initiatives to enhance laboratory automation.
You will collaborate across software teams and SMEs to tailor automation solutions, lead complex projects, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety,
Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience designing and implementing complex control systems for automated laboratory environments.
- Extensive knowledge of PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and related automation software and hardware.
- Experience with OT networking in deployments, network routing, security groups, VPNs, etc.
- Strong proficiency in creating detailed engineering documents and schematics using tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar.
- Robotics integration and programming using structured text.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with SMEs and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Assist in designing and implementing control systems using PLC and SCADA technologies to optimize laboratory workflows and promote future scalability.
- Support the integration of advanced robotics into automation systems, ensuring smooth operation within existing frameworks.
- Assist in the integration of 3rd party equipment and vendor software, development of wrappers to connect equipment to existing controls system.
- Design of safety systems with PLCs to safely operate a mix of equipment, robotics, and conveyance systems.
- Collaborate with software teams to integrate control systems with broader IT/OT factory infrastructure.
- Lead complex automation projects, defining controls scope, setting milestones, managing vendors, and ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Oversee calibration, testing, and validation of control systems to meet strict performance, accuracy, and safety standards.
- Interface with subject matter experts (SMEs) and cross-functional internal customers to gather requirements, understand challenges, and deliver tailored automation solutions.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency.
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Job description
Lila Sciences is seeking a seasoned Engineer II / Senior Engineer, Control Systems Design to lead the design and development of control systems for automated scientific equipment. You will architect advanced control systems, integrate robotics and PLC technologies, and drive strategic initiatives to enhance laboratory automation.
You will collaborate across software teams and SMEs to tailor automation solutions, lead complex projects, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety,
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