Software and Automation Engineer

MilliporeSigma is seeking a Software and Automation Engineer to create and support software and automation solutions for life science research and biopharmaceutical manufacturing. You will develop and maintain applications, integrate instruments and control systems, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and scientific teams to improve process reliability and performance. Responsibilities include programming, testing, troubleshooting, documenting technical work, and supporting validation and continuous improvement. The successful candidate brings experience in software development and industrial automation, with skills in PLCs, SCADA/HMI, and systems integration. You will work in a collaborative, science-driven environment committed to safety, quality, ethical research, and innovation, contributing to technologies that support global health. MilliporeSigma offers learning and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software and automation solutions for life science and biopharmaceutical operations.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and scientific teams to improve processes and equipment performance.
• Integrate software with instruments, control systems, and data platforms.
• Troubleshoot issues, document technical work, and support validation and continuous improvement.
• Follow workplace safety, quality, and ethical research practices.

Required Skills

• Programming (Python, C#, or similar)
• PLC programming
• SCADA or HMI systems
• Industrial automation
• Systems integration
• Instrumentation and control systems
• Data acquisition and analysis
• Software testing and validation
• Troubleshooting
• Technical documentation