Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Location(s) AZ Gothenburg (Sweden) - Customer Site

Job Description Are you an experienced Automation Engineer with a passion for advanced laboratory systems, robotics, and scientific innovation? Do you enjoy being hands-on, solving complex technical challenges, and working close to the science? This could be the role for you. We are looking for an Automation Engineer to join our on-site team at a customer location in Sweden. You will play a key role in managing and delivering high-quality Laboratory Instrument Support, ensuring critical automated systems run reliably and efficiently to maximize scientific productivity.

Your Role As an Automation Engineer, you will be a technical specialist and a trusted partner to both scientists and vendors. You'll take ownership of day-to-day support activities for a wide range of complex laboratory automation platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as first responder for critical equipment breakdowns, minimizing impact on laboratory operations
• Provide high-quality, customer-focused engineering support in compliance with regulatory, safety, and engineering standards
• Diagnose and resolve faults on complex automated and robotic systems, working with internal teams and external vendors
• Plan and perform maintenance, commissioning, and system integration activities safely and cost-effectively
• Integrate laboratory equipment with multi-axis robots (e.g. Staubli, Denso, KUKA) for automated labware transfer
• Apply strong electro-mechanical and automation expertise, including motion control, communications, and system handshaking
• Support and maintain central automation control systems and interfaces to integrated devices
• Create, review, and maintain technical documentation such as SOPs, service reports, maintenance schedules, and safety documentation
• Support laboratory users with SOP development, change control, and operational design
• Manage spare parts availability and supplier relationships in a cost-effective manner
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, service providers, and scientific teams
• Monitor system performance using KPIs and drive continuous improvement
• Support contract set-up, renewals, and budgeting
• Act as an ambassador for PerkinElmer, delivering a first-class service at all times

Your Background You are structured, analytical, and comfortable working in fast-paced, operational laboratory environments. Required Qualifications & Experience

• Post-secondary technical education such as: Yrkeshögskoleexamen in automation, mechatronics, electronics, or engineering
• University-level engineering studies (e.g. högskoleingenjör) in a relevant discipline OR equivalent technical education combined with relevant experience
• 5+ years' experience in Laboratory Instrument Support and/or Laboratory Automation
• Hands-on experience with automated laboratory systems such as: Liquid handling platforms Cell analysis and flow cytometry systems Robotic and integrated platforms (e.g. Agilent/Velocity11, Thermo, Hamilton, Tecan, Beckman, Molecular Devices, Matrix)
• Strong analytical skills and a structured approach to complex problem-solving
• Experience working in high-uptime, regulated or operational environments
• Confident PC user (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing strongly to a team
• High customer focus and a results-driven mindset

Desirable Experience

• Experience working in pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated environments
• Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Automation, Engineering, or Science
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g. Ethernet, RS232)
• Experience with CMMS / maintenance management systems
• Background in inspection, testing, or system validation

Why Join Us?

• Work with state-of-the-art laboratory automation and robotics
• Be at the heart of scientific discovery, directly supporting research teams
• Enjoy a hands-on, technically challenging role with real impact
• Collaborate with global vendors and advanced R&D environments
• Be part of a professional, supportive, and forward-thinking engineering team

If you're ready to take the next step in your automation career and want to work at the forefront of laboratory technology, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help enable the science of tomorrow. Are you ready to help improve the lives of millions of people and create a healthier world? When you work at PerkinElmer, that's exactly what you'll do. From our dedicated scientists and world-class operations employees to our innovative R&D professionals and committed sales and service groups, we're a unique team of 5,000+ global colleagues who come to work every day knowing we're making a difference. Through innovation, collaboration, and believing in our mission, we strive to create an inspiring and inclusive culture for our employees, so that they can be their best and, together, create a better tomorrow. Join us today.