Staff / Principal Automated Systems Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and implement scalable automated workcells and laboratory workflows for synthesis and characterization of materials (porous materials, catalysts, coatings, composites) using AI-driven decision-making and emerging technologies like machine vision.
Role type
Staff/Principal Automated Systems Engineer (Hands-on IC with technical leadership)
Builds
Scalable, high-throughput automated workcells and laboratory automation systems
Domain
Materials Science / Laboratory Automation / AI-driven Research
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Python programming, CAD design, rapid prototyping, hardware systems integration, electrical wiring, sensors, liquid/gas plumbing, PID controllers, machine vision, robotics control algorithms, AI-driven decision-making, FMEA, system architecture design
Preferred skills
Leading technical teams in R&D, integrating hardware/controls with automation, understanding of vacuum/laser/furnace/electrochemical experimentation
Technologies
Python, CAD, 3D printing, machine vision, robotics control algorithms, AI models
Responsibilities
Develop scalable automated solutions for synthesis and characterization workflows; Define and document standardized laboratory workflows and system architectures; Lead and participate in equipment- and system-level FMEAs; Troubleshoot and optimize automated systems for throughput and reliability; Translate scientific objectives into technical requirements and automation architectures; Integrate emerging technologies like machine vision to enhance automation capabilities
Seniority
Staff/Principal, hands-on IC with technical leadership