Automation Engineering Manager | Automation Engineering Manager (f/m/d)
Roche Diagnostics GmbH
Job Summary
As an Automation Engineering Manager at Roche, you will serve as the primary technical authority for human biospecimen management within the Research and Development (R&D) division in Penzberg, Germany. Your daily responsibilities involve overseeing a high-density, automated ultra-cold storage solution and a fleet of liquid sample handling equipment. You will lead medium to large-scale CAPEX projects from concept to completion, ensuring the integration of robotic solutions into the digital lab ecosystem. This role is pivotal in driving operational efficiency through the development of strategic roadmaps for biorepository automation and the implementation of high-throughput technologies. You will ensure system reliability through proactive maintenance, troubleshooting complex hardware/IT issues, and applying Six Sigma principles for process optimization. This position offers a unique opportunity to manage millions of valuable physical assets that are critical to global healthcare innovation, working within a collaborative culture that values personal expression and psychological safety.
Required Skills
Education
Master's or Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering, Systems Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in automation engineering, systems engineering, or robotics
- Deep experience in planning lab automation and digital laboratory processes
- Proven experience in system design, installation, qualification, and testing of robotic and electrical systems
- Experience leading medium to large-scale CAPEX projects from concept to completion
- Experience in the diagnostics industry is preferred
Languages
Additional
- Location: Penzberg, Germany. Travel: Less than 5% within Europe. Application requires an updated CV in English.
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