Manufacturing Engineer - Automation

Manufacturing Engineer IIIAs part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.As a Manufacturing Engineer III at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will optimize production processes, implement new technologies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You'll work with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient manufacture of high-quality products while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer through innovative manufacturing solutions.You will manage process improvement projects, provide technical expertise for new product introductions, develop and validate manufacturing processes, and implement automation solutions. Working with R&D, Quality, Production, and other departments, you'll optimize existing processes while ensuring consistent product quality and regulatory compliance. Your analytical skills and engineering expertise will help drive cost reductions, improve efficiencies, and enhance manufacturing capabilities across our operations.Requirements:Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering in regulated industries (pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar)Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial or related field)Experience with automation systems, PLCs, and manufacturing control systems, including Fanuc robots, automated processes, and vision systemsLean Six Sigma certification preferredStrong knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and regulatory requirementsExperience in process validation, equipment qualification, and change control managementStrong project management skills and ability to work with cross-functional teamsDemonstrated success implementing process improvements and cost reduction initiativesExperience with CAD software and manufacturing documentation systemsExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work effectively in a dynamic manufacturing environmentProficiency with Microsoft Office suite and relevant engineering softwareAbility to travel up to 20% as neededMust be able to work in cleanroom environments when requiredStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyExperience with risk assessment methodologies and root cause analysisKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles and toolsCompensation and Benefits:The salary range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $110,000.00–$130,000.00.This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount