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Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Mechatronics Engineer to support the development, integration, and maintenance of advanced robotic and automation systems used in proprietary oligonucleotide synthesis and biotech manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working across mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation disciplines in a fast-paced R&D and manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will contribute to the design, assembly, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of robotic systems, automated equipment, and electromechanical devices that support DNA/RNA synthesis operations.

Key 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

Required 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial robotic systems and robotic assembly
• Experience supporting biotech, life science, or laboratory automation equipment
• Familiarity with machine vision systems and smart manufacturing technologies
• Experience with embedded controllers and microcontrollers

Work Environment

• Hands-on engineering role supporting both laboratory and manufacturing operations
• Fast-paced biotech manufacturing environment operating multiple shifts
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotic automation systems for DNA/RNA synthesis
• Collaborative and innovation-driven engineering environment
• Exposure to advanced automation, robotics, and biotech manufacturing technologies

Schedule:

• M-F, 8AM-5PM

What we offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.