Automation Software Engineer - Chemistry Technology

Position Title: Automation Software Engineer - Chemistry Technology

Location: Onsite in Vancouver, BC, Canada

Position Level: Experienced

Niche: Chemical Technology / Laboratory Automation / Software Development

Role: Direct Permanent Placement with Client (Full-Time)

Typical Salary Range: CAD $85,000 - $120,000

About Us:
Aerospace Talent Group is a specialized recruitment agency in the aerospace and engineering sectors. We are committed to connecting skilled professionals with top-tier opportunities and helping companies meet their unique hiring needs.

About This Employer:
Our client is a Vancouver-based chemical technology company that specializes in developing scalable manufacturing processes and innovative tools for the pharmaceutical and chemical industries.

About This Role:
The Automation Software Engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, and optimizing new automation technologies for chemistry workflows.

Position Responsibilities:

• Application Development:
  • Develop applications for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining chemical automation technologies (e.g., DirectInject-LC, self-driving labs).
  • Transition development-stage software into commercial-ready applications, ensuring ease of use and robustness.
• Automation Technology Development:
  • Collaborate with hardware and chemistry teams to design, develop, and optimize automation technologies for chemistry workflows.
  • Enhance hardware and software modules for automated chemical synthesis, analysis, and sample translocation.
  • Develop and implement experimental protocols for testing new automation technologies.
• Systems Integration and Maintenance:
  • Oversee software integration of automation systems with existing laboratory equipment and processes.
• Technical Communication:
  • Prepare research presentations, data visualizations, and technical proposals.
  • Work with colleagues on data curation and visualization.
• Lab Safety:
  • Adhere to safety protocols for chemical material handling, environmental management, and safety record maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:

• Undergraduate degree in Software Engineering, Automation Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s or doctoral degree in a relevant discipline, or 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• 1+ years of experience in designing and implementing automation technologies, ideally in a laboratory setting.
• 1+ years of experience interfacing with APIs and debugging code.
• Proficiency with Python and Windows .NET framework.

Qualifications Useful for This Role/Level:

• Background in Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Laboratory Automation, or Analytical Chemistry.
• Experience with C++, C#, Linux environments, UPLC/HPLC instruments, and Chromatography Data Systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Employment Authorization:
This position offers VISA sponsorship, and relocation assistance within Canada is available.

Remote Work Eligibility:
This position is ineligible for remote work. Candidates must reside within Vancouver, BC, or be willing to relocate.

Shift Details:
This position is on 1st shift, primarily scheduled Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Recruitment Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity Statement:
Aerospace Talent Group operates as a third-party recruitment partner, contracted by client companies to source and present qualified candidates. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and non-discriminatory recruitment process.