Senior Automation Software Engineer

Rockville, MD, US • Posted 2 days ago • Updated 3 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
$130000 - $165000/yr
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Skills

  • Life Sciences
  • Healthcare Information Technology
  • Assembly
  • Inspection
  • Research and Development
  • Quality Assurance
  • Product Development
  • Software Design
  • Robotics
  • Sensors
  • C#
  • .NET
  • C++
  • Java
  • Ladder Logic
  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Agile
  • Data Structure
  • Graphical User Interface
  • Database
  • Communication
  • Python
  • MATLAB
  • Scripting
  • Machine Vision
  • Image Processing
  • GMP
  • ISO 9000
  • Pharmaceutics
  • Medical Devices
  • Manufacturing
  • Software Development
  • Computer Hardware
  • System Integration
  • Optimization
  • Documentation
  • Testing
  • Collaboration
  • SAP BASIS

Summary

Senior Engineer, Software Automation, based in Rockville, VA

A growing life sciences and medical technology company based in Rockville, VA, is looking for a full-time Senior Engineer, Software Automation to help design and program high-performance automation systems used in the assembly, inspection, and reagent dispensing of diagnostic products. This is a hands-on engineering role working closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance teams to support new product development and improve existing manufacturing capabilities.

This is more than just a software engineering role - you'll work at the intersection of software, automation, and hardware, helping build, integrate, validate, and troubleshoot systems that directly support the manufacturing of advanced diagnostic products. You'll have the opportunity to work with industrial equipment, robots, motors, controllers, sensors, and automation platforms while collaborating across multiple engineering and manufacturing teams.

Required Skills & Experience
  • 3+ years of experience in automation equipment software design
  • Experience with industrial robots, motors, controllers, and/or digital and analog sensors
  • 3+ years of programming experience with C#/.NET or another OOP language such as C++ or Java
  • OR 3+ years of experience with PLCs, Ladder Logic, or Structured Text
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline preferred
  • Strong software development and problem-solving fundamentals
  • Ability to work effectively in an Agile environment

Desired Skills & Experience
  • Hardware/software integration experience
  • Experience with communication protocols and data structures
  • GUI design and database communication
  • Python, MATLAB, or other scripting languages
  • Machine vision and image processing
  • Automation platforms such as Tecan or Hamilton
  • Experience in GMP, ISO, pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device manufacturing environments

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown
  • 40% Automation Software Development
  • 30% Hardware/Software Integration & Troubleshooting
  • 15% Testing, Validation & Optimization
  • 15% Documentation & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Daily Responsibilities
  • 70% Hands-On Engineering
  • 30% Architecture, Testing & Cross-Functional Collaboration

The Offer
  • Full-time Senior Engineering opportunity
  • Benefits package
  • Competitive salary

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

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  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 884569
  • Posted 2 days ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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