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Lead Automation Engineer
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Quest Diagnostics
Overview Regional Automation Engineer is responsible to lead all automation systems inside our region, drive continuous improvement initiatives to our automated systems, troubleshooting automated equipment, analyzing performance and reliability, collaborating with Enterprise Automation Team on creating or improving automated systems inside our labs.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of advanced automated equipment which supports continuous lab operations, 24/7 operations.
Validate and lead all new automation system implementation inside our region, ensuring compliance with safety standards
Optimize existing automation systems for better reliability and performance.
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of automation systems to minimize downtime and improve OEE
Develop and program industrial robots (e.g FANUC, ABB, KUKA, UR, YASKAWA ) for various automation applications such as material handling, and inter-process connectivity.
Manage and document automation software revisions, electrical schematics, system configurations, including service/repair reports, calibrations, etc.
Be the regional automation SME supporting and training leader for all lab automated systems.
Work in collaboration with Enterprise Automation team to design, install and commissioning new automation systems including PLC’s, HMI’s, Vision Systems & Sensors, Actuators and industrial networks into cohesive control systems to enhance efficiency and reduce cost
Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and bets practices in industrial automation and engineering control
Support preventive maintenance programs and drive proactive reliability strategies
Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Engineering, or related field.
5+years of experience in industrial automation integration and robot programming
Proficient with programming PLCs (e.g Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
Expertise in robotics systems (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, ETC) and vision-guided systems a plus
Expertise in AI and vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Matrox, Omron, etc)
Proficiency in SCADA, HMI development, and industrial communication protocols (ethernet/IP, MODbus, Profibus, etc) strong understanding of PID control loops motion controls, etc
Strong understanding of industrial networking and control systems.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing, six sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Excellent problem -solving analytical and project management skills.
Strong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussion across teams.
Able to differentiate between color coded wires and interpret visual readouts.
Work flexible schedule/shift including weekends, nights and /or holidays
About The Team Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
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Lead Automation Engineer
role at
Quest Diagnostics
Overview Regional Automation Engineer is responsible to lead all automation systems inside our region, drive continuous improvement initiatives to our automated systems, troubleshooting automated equipment, analyzing performance and reliability, collaborating with Enterprise Automation Team on creating or improving automated systems inside our labs.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of advanced automated equipment which supports continuous lab operations, 24/7 operations.
Validate and lead all new automation system implementation inside our region, ensuring compliance with safety standards
Optimize existing automation systems for better reliability and performance.
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of automation systems to minimize downtime and improve OEE
Develop and program industrial robots (e.g FANUC, ABB, KUKA, UR, YASKAWA ) for various automation applications such as material handling, and inter-process connectivity.
Manage and document automation software revisions, electrical schematics, system configurations, including service/repair reports, calibrations, etc.
Be the regional automation SME supporting and training leader for all lab automated systems.
Work in collaboration with Enterprise Automation team to design, install and commissioning new automation systems including PLC’s, HMI’s, Vision Systems & Sensors, Actuators and industrial networks into cohesive control systems to enhance efficiency and reduce cost
Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and bets practices in industrial automation and engineering control
Support preventive maintenance programs and drive proactive reliability strategies
Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Engineering, or related field.
5+years of experience in industrial automation integration and robot programming
Proficient with programming PLCs (e.g Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
Expertise in robotics systems (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, ETC) and vision-guided systems a plus
Expertise in AI and vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Matrox, Omron, etc)
Proficiency in SCADA, HMI development, and industrial communication protocols (ethernet/IP, MODbus, Profibus, etc) strong understanding of PID control loops motion controls, etc
Strong understanding of industrial networking and control systems.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing, six sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Excellent problem -solving analytical and project management skills.
Strong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussion across teams.
Able to differentiate between color coded wires and interpret visual readouts.
Work flexible schedule/shift including weekends, nights and /or holidays
About The Team Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Quest Diagnostics by 2x
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