Production Automation Engineer (supply chain)

We have an international, inclusive and dedicated team: a mix of experts who work multi-disciplinary to reach our goals. Our team should be further strengthened with a

Production Automation Engineer

Translate Lab Concepts to Production:

• Ability to automate production processes from lab concept into industrial robotic-based production environments.
• Collaborate with R&D teams (material & application) to understand and analyze lab-scale design and processes.
• Develop strategies to scale up laboratory prototypes and processes into full-scale production systems.
• Ensure that production automation solutions are efficient and scalable.
• Add an industrial production perspective to the R&D team in the process of development of new in-house concepts regarding our seamless manufacturing method, moulds etc.
• Accountable for production manuals and working protocols and proper roll out at the factory partners.
• Provide technical product support and training to external partners on systems and processes.

Production Process Conception and Optimization:

• Conduct process analysis to maximize the production process and identify inefficiencies and areas for automation improvement.
• Design, develop and implement processes to maximize production and minimize downtime, waste, etc..
• Build on protocols and troubleshoot and resolve issues in robotic production process and automated production.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of processes, including technical specifications, programming, and maintenance guides.
• Work with external partners to ensure all robotic systems and processes meet industry regulations and quality standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field. (related to robotic models a plus)
• Proven industry experience (3-5 years) in automation (robotic or mechanical), or production engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of robotic systems, industrial automation, and control systems (e.g., PLC, HMI,).
• Experience in sensor integration, data looping and industrial networks
• Good understanding in robot programming working with such as ABB robotics / Kuka Robots, understanding of design tools like Rhino, Grasshopper and Z Brush is a plus
• Experience in translating R&D concepts into scalable production solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot systems and production issues.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to breakdown complex processes and systems into easily digestible solutions.
• Plus - experience with machine vision and AI in robotic applications.
• Ability to work in Amersfoort, the Netherlands (must have Netherlands EU visa or citizenship).
• Regular monthly travelling to our partners in Germany / outside the Netherlands.
• Clear spoken and written communication in English (Dutch is not mandatory).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Successful scale-up of lab process and prototypes to full-scale production systems.
• Roll out with COO the end-to-end process to new factory partners.
• Improvement in production efficiency and quality consistency.
• Cost-effectiveness and ROI of implemented robotic systems with external Partners.

What we offer as a company:

• Join the leading cutting-edge, award-winning biotech startup in the Netherlands.
• Freedom to develop your own working methods and processes.
• Full-time job (40 hours / week) in an informal setting
• Collaborative, energetic and passionate small team.
• A hardworking and dedicated environment with numerous challenges.
• Opportunity to drive meaningful change through innovative processes and product.

Experience:

• automation: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work authorization:

• Netherlands (Required)

Work Location: In person