Engineer - Research & Automation Technologies

Amgen is a leading global biotechnology company, with a mission to serve patients around the world. As a science-based, patient-focused organization, we discover and develop innovative therapies to treat serious illnesses. Our medicines have made a dramatic difference in the lives of millions. To underpin our commitment to serve patients, Amgen is expanding our Research and Development facility in San Francisco, CA (ASF).
The Research and Automation Technologies Group is currently seeking candidates for the position of Engineer. This talented, highly motivated individual will work as a hands-on individual contributor in multi-disciplinary teams that conceptualize, design and implement automated software and hardware solutions across Amgen's Research labs.

Position Responsibilities
Participation in user requirement interviews, project design discussions, and reviews
Design of parts and assemblies, followed by the development of technical drawings for part fabrication
Hands on fabrication by 3d printing, laser cutting, etc.
Engineering documentation and version control of all part/assembly/machine code documents, circuit/wiring/electrical diagrams, and source code
System component assembly, testing, and installation
Software development of custom device drivers and data management applications
System software configuration and scripting
End-user training
Collaboration with vendors and academia for beta-stage technologies

Basic Qualifications
Master's degree or Master's degree completed by February 2020
OR
Bachelor's degree and 2 years of engineering experience
OR
Associate's degree and 6 years of engineering experience
OR
High School Diploma / GED and 8 years of engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications
Master's or Bachelor's with 2+ years relevant experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in an engineering setting with a background in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline
Relevant experience in the design, prototyping and manufacture of electromechanical systems related to lab automation in drug discovery research and development
Experience with biotechnology research and development
Hands-on experience with lab automation
Experience with SolidWorks®, or similar solid modeling application and willingness to learn SolidWorks®
Experience with software development using Microsoft technologies (Visual Studio, .NET Framework, C#, XAML, Team Foundation Server)
Strong technical skills coupled with excellent communication skills
Eagerness and ability to work in team-based environment but capable of working as an independent contributor with minimal supervision
Strong understanding of machine shop work

Our culture is what makes Amgen a special place to work. We have a powerful shared purpose around our mission - to serve patients. We respect one another, recognize contributions, and have embedded collaboration, trust, empowerment and inclusion in all that we do.

Join Us

If you're seeking a career where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others, a career where you can work at the absolute forefront of biotechnology with the top minds in the field, you'll find it at Amgen.

Amgen, a biotechnology pioneer, discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Our medicines have helped millions of patients in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other but compete intensely to win. Together, we live the Amgen values as we continue advancing science to serve patients.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Amgen will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.