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Sartorius

Senior Robotics – Lab Automation Engineer

Sartorius

Senior Robotics & Lab Automation Engineer developing robotic workflows for life science automation. Joining a global team at Sartorius to innovate in lab automation and AI solutions.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeRoyston • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
CloudDistributed SystemsPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design, build and deploy robotic lab workflows that integrate liquid handlers, incubators, imaging systems, analytical instruments and sensors into robust, end‑to‑end automated workflows
  • Develop and implement orchestration and scheduling solutions to coordinate multiple devices and robots, enabling repeatable, high‑throughput and closed‑loop laboratory experiments
  • Program and configure robots and lab instruments (e.g. motion, I/O, device APIs, scripting) and ensure safe, reliable operation, calibration and error handling in a laboratory environment
  • Work with biologists and process engineers to translate manual protocols into automated workflows, including sample handling, assay steps, data capture and quality controls
  • Develop tooling and pipelines for data acquisition, logging and traceability across automated workflows, ensuring that instrument telemetry and experimental metadata are available for analysis and model development
  • Collaborate closely with software, data science and biology teams to integrate robotic systems with Sartorius’ digital platforms, analytics tools and cloud services
  • Contribute to concept development, prototyping and scaling of new lab automation concepts, from proof‑of‑concept in the lab to robust, repeatable solutions suitable for productization

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master’s degree or PhD in Robotics, Mechatronics, Automation, Control Engineering, Computer Science, Bioengineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
  • Hands‑on experience in robotics or lab automation, such as programming robotic arms, configuring liquid handlers, and integrating laboratory instruments into automated systems
  • Familiarity with automation/orchestration frameworks or robotics middleware (e.g. ROS, OPC UA, message queues, SCADA, custom schedulers or lab automation frameworks)
  • Proficiency in Python (and/or another relevant language such as C++ or C#) for scripting, device integration and workflow automation; experience with using APIs and SDKs for instruments and robots
  • Practical experience in industrial automation, autonomous systems, or lab automation; exposure to life science or bioprocess environments is a strong plus
  • Experience with data handling and analysis in automated experiments (e.g. logging device data, handling experimental metadata, basic analysis or visualization)
  • Understanding of distributed systems, APIs and cloud‑based services is an advantage (e.g. connecting lab systems to cloud platforms or data lakes)
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to interdisciplinary teams and non‑experts, and to work effectively with scientists, engineers and product stakeholders
  • Experience with working independently to drive the implementation of complex workflows and a willingness to be proactive
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues within a large, matrix‑based organization and across global teams
  • Nice to have: Experience integrating AI or advanced analytics into laboratory workflows
  • The successful candidate will have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Personal and Professional Development: mentoring, leadership programs, LinkedIn Learning, internal seminar offerings
  • Work-life Balance: Remote options, flexible work schedules
  • Making an impact right from the start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform – even before joining
  • Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team-spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as coaching, agile working and businesswomen network
  • Health & Well-Being : Wide section of health and well-being support such as healthcare plans and health assessment services
  • Attractive Working Conditions: 37.5 hours working week
  • 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays
  • Free parking on site
  • Annual option to buy, sell or carry forward annual leave
  • Free hot and cold drinks
  • Regular social events and free exercise classes
  • Competitive benefits package, including: Group Personal Pension Plan, Private Medical Insurance, Private Dental Insurance, Group Life Assurance, Group Income Protection, Cycle to work scheme

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Hard Skills & Tools
roboticslab automationprogramming robotic armsconfiguring liquid handlersPythonC++C#data handlingworkflow automationdistributed systems
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationindependenceproactivityinterdisciplinary teamworkproblem-solvingadaptabilitytechnical concept explanation
Certifications
Master’s degreePhDequivalent practical experience