Job description: Position: Mechatronics Engineer: Automated Chemistry Technology

Location: Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3

Reporting structure and time-commitment

? Reports to Chief Technology Officer

? Full time

? Indefinite term

? In-person role at 301 - 2386 East Mall

Job duties

? Automation technology development

Design, develop, prototype, and optimize new automation technologies and systems for chemistry workflows within self-driving labs
Optimize robustness and flexibility of custom or commercially available hardware and software modules, including but not limited to:

? automated chemical synthesis modules (Mettler Toledo EasyMax, Unchained Labs Junior, Chemspeed SWING, Amigo Chem, or custom modules with programmable heat/stir elements, etc.),

? Analysis modules (HPLC, DirectInject-LC, FTIR, EasyViewer, or custom modules)

? Sample translocation (cartesian robots, articulated robotic arms, gantry systems)

Collaborate with chemists and process engineers to integrate automation solutions into experimental workflows
Create and implement experimental protocols for testing new automation technologies in chemical synthesis and analysis

? Systems integration and maintenance

Oversee the integration of automation systems with existing laboratory equipment and processes.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade automation platforms, including robotic systems, automated reactors, and high-performance analytical instruments.

? Technical communication

Prepares research output presentations, including clear data visualizations of high-density data for both technical audiences and general public
Integrates with computer science colleagues for the curation of large data sets and data visualization.
Supports the development of technical grant proposals for submission to national and international granting agencies
Supports the preparation of technical manuscripts for internal use or publication

? Lab safety

Complies with and supports Clients safety protocols including:

? procedures for the use and disposal of chemical materials

? Client s Environmental Management Plan

? maintenance of Clients safety records

? WHMIS, UBC, and other agencies, as required

Qualifications: Required qualifications

? Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics, Automation Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, etc.)

? Masters or doctoral degree in a relevant discipline

? 4 years of demonstrated work experience or a combination of educational and work experience in designing, developing, and implementing automation technologies, preferably in a chemistry or laboratory setting

? Experienced with Python and interfacing with APIs and code debugging

? Comfortable working with and debugging electronics and lab equipment

? Experience with parametric CAD software like SolidWorks and Fusion 360.

? Comfortable using hand tools and power tools

? Demonstrated experience in designing and executed automated chemistry workflows, including self-driving laboratories

? Experience with various UPLC/HPLC instruments, Chromatography Data Systems, vendors and applications

? Open and effective communication style, excellent public presentation skills, strong people skills, cross-organizational teamwork and the ability to interact with and influence the direction of key opinion leaders in the industry

? Demonstrated ability to work within a cooperative team environment and focus on individual, time dependent projects with minimal direct supervision

? Analytical, assertiveness, creativity and effective problem-solving skills

? Solid Skills in Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Why is This a Great Opportunity: Compensation structure and benefits

? Salary range: CAD$ 85,000 - 110,000

? Contractor or Employee: Employee

? Eligibility for Clients extended health benefits programs: Eligible

? Vacation: 15 days of vacation per calendar year, prorated for the first year based on hiring date. 1 additional day each subsequent year of service, up to a maximum of 20 days.