Specialist, DDT-Lab Automation, Lab Automation / Controls Engineer (SCADA/Ignition) (Onsite)

Merck seeks a Laboratory Automation/Controls Engineer to design and deploy SCADA-based systems that connect equipment, workflows, and data in automated laboratory environments. The role involves building digital infrastructure using platforms like Ignition to integrate laboratory instruments and automation systems within the Development Sciences and Clinical Supply organization.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy SCADA-based components to connect laboratory equipment, workflows, and data pipelines
• Partner with researchers and automation engineers to translate scientific workflows into scalable digital systems
• Develop modules, user interfaces, and orchestration logic across the operations technology platform stack
• Troubleshoot integration challenges across software, automation, and laboratory systems using established methods
• Create documentation, training materials, and reusable components to support long-term platform scalability

Requirements

• B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related field plus 2+ years relevant experience
• Experience developing or configuring SCADA/orchestration software (Ignition, DeltaV, WinCC OA, etc.)
• Automation experience in pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, vaccine, or life-sciences manufacturing or process development
• Scripting/programming proficiency with version control, design patterns, and clean code practices
• Cross-functional collaboration and communication skills; ability to engage with end-users, technicians, and vendors
• Preferred: Python, C#, VBA, JavaScript, or R programming expertise