Robotics Automation Engineer

Job Description

PSC Biotech provides the life sciences with essential services to ensure that health care products are developed, manufactured, and distributed to the highest standards, in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

With operations spanning the globe and featuring a multi‑cultural team, PSC Biotech is passionate about bringing the best and brightest together in an effort to form something truly special. When you make the decision to join our team, you will be offered the ability to feel inspired in your career, explore your professional passions, and work alongside a group of people who will value and nurture your talents.

We are firm believers in coaching and developing the next generation of industry leaders and influencers. As such, you will not only be offered a compensation and benefits structure that rewards you, but also be provided with the tools that will help you grow and learn. At PSC Biotech, it’s about more than just a job—it’s about your career and your future.

As a Robotics Engineer supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing programs, you will play a key role in designing, developing, integrating, and validating robotic systems used in the preparation and handling of drug‑related components. You will collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure that all robotic solutions meet stringent regulatory expectations and operate safely, reliably, and compliantly in GxP‑regulated environments.

• Design, model, and prototype robotic mechanisms, actuators, and motion systems appropriate for aseptic and controlled environments.
• Develop control algorithms, sensor integrations, and automation logic for precise robotic manipulation and handling tasks.
• Lead system integration activities, ensuring seamless coordination between mechanical, electrical, software, and control system components.
• Perform risk assessments (FMEA, hazard analyses) aligned with pharmaceutical quality and safety expectations.
• Support commissioning, qualification, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ‑aligned testing methodology) of robotic systems in accordance with internal quality systems and regulatory guidelines.
• Develop engineering documentation, including CAD models, technical specifications, test protocols, validation deliverables, and traceability records.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, R&D, and Automation teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and maintain ongoing system reliability.
• Provide technical support for maintenance planning, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure all robotic systems comply with FDA, EU, and global GxP expectations related to data integrity, safety, and product quality.

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline (advanced degree preferred).
• 7+ years experience designing, integrating, or validating robotic or electromechanical systems preferably in a regulated environment (pharma, medical device, biotech, or advanced manufacturing).
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Solid Works, Creo, or similar) and experience with motion control, actuators, and sensor integration.
• Familiarity with programming languages used in robotics (Python, C++, MATLAB, ROS, PLC logic, etc.).
• Experience contributing to structured validation or testing activities (e.g., system verification, protocol execution, structured acceptance testing).
• Strong understanding of risk analysis, system safety, and reliability engineering.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally in multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• No C2C at this time.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision – PSC pays 100% of all qualifying employee medical premiums and 50% for qualifying dependents.
• Insurance options for Employee Assistance Programs, Basic Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability and more.
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.
• PTO, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
• Education Assistance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Discounted rate at Anytime Fitness.
• Financial Perks and Discounts.

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