Automation Engineer
Location: Redmond
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
About GenScript GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code:
1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002,
GenScript has an established global presence across North America,
Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses
encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis
technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and
synthetic biology products, biologics development and
manufacturing, and cell therapy. GenScript is committed to striving
towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in
the world to make humans and nature healthier through
biotechnology. About ProBio ProBio proactively provides end-to-end
CDMO service from drug discovery to commercialization with
proactive strategies, professional solutions and efficient
processes in cell and gene therapy, vaccine, biologics discovery
and antibody protein drug to accelerate drug development for
customers. ProBio’s total cell and gene therapy solution covers CMC
of plasmid and virus for IND filing as well as clinical
manufacturing and commercial manufacturing. The position reports to
the Head of Product Development and Manufacturing, and is
responsible for meeting site production, safety, and quality
requirements by developing and establishing automated systems for
mRNA synthesis, quality control experiments, high throughput gene
synthesis platform and other emerging molecular biology service
lines at the Redmond site of the GenScript Innovation Center.
Responsibilities: Independently manage or contribute to all
laboratory automation projects including conception, design,
development, acquisition, process implementation and execution of
automation solutions for manufacturing Define scope of project in
consultation with supervisor and stakeholders. Individually or
collaboratively through leadership of project team, define
alternative solutions, and decision criteria used to evaluate
alternatives. Develop and optimize automation solutions for RNA
synthesis by in vitro transcription and purification, and high
throughput nucleic acid synthesis platforms. Script for automated
platforms based on project needs. Provide support for the DNA and
RNA production line by leveraging automation tools to achieve
revenue goals. Troubleshoot issues, if occur, with automation
systems, propose effective solutions and coordinate system updates
and enhancements to optimize performance. Oversee preventative
maintenance and calibration of automated system instruments,
ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate with the
equipment engineering team, internal stakeholders including QA
team, production team and external vendors to provide technical
input, review and approve testing documents and protocols of
automation systems as needed. Acquire new technologies to develop,
optimize and improve existing high throughput laboratory automation
systems. Provide day-to-day maintenance and production support for
the manufacturing equipment and staff. Qualifications BS in
Engineering Discipline or Biology/ Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology/
Biomedical Instrumentation/ related subjects with 2 years of
automation experience in manufacturing Proven track of workflow
design and process optimization with automation Experience in
transforming bench work process to automation solutions Knowledge
of commercial automated liquid handlers, experience in
handling/maintaining automated liquid handlers, e.g., Tecan,
Beckman, PerkinElmer, etc. Basic understanding of hands-on
molecular biology experiments is required Knowledge of automated
production line is a plus Ability to effectively interact with
individuals at all levels and good organizational and project
management skills. Patient, attend to details and is able to follow
SOPs Flexible to work in non-standard work hours in the case of
emergency situations Benefit: Medical Insurance/ Vision Insurance/
Dental Insurance 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) Short Term
Disability Insurance New Child Leave Paid Time Off Paid Company
Holidays per year Paid Sick Days (earned based on hours worked)
Compassionate Leave Jury Duty Leave Float day Personal days Perks:
Free colleague meals during shift Onsite massage Charis Onsite gyms
Compensation: Salary range: $85,000 – $130,000, depending on
experience and qualifications. GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a
proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to
attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse
and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal
employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based
on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or
related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or
domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship
status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law. GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc.
maintains a drug-free workplace. Please note: Genscript USA
Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified
application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal
information from candidates through individual email or any other
platform.
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