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. Our mission is to foster successful partnerships that drive innovation and career growth.

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. With a focus on process innovation, their cutting-edge technologies including flexible robotic platforms and AI software are designed to enhance experimental throughput, efficiency, and data quality. They are committed to addressing critical challenges in health and sustainability, particularly in the production of medicinal compounds and battery materials.

About This Role:
The Automation Software Engineer will play a critical role in designing, developing, and optimizing new automation technologies for chemistry workflows. This includes transitioning development-stage software into commercial-ready applications, collaborating with chemistry and hardware teams, and integrating automation systems with laboratory processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in laboratory automation, software development, and chemical processes.

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. Employer will provide relocation assistance within Canada.

Shift Details:
This position is on 1st shift, primarily scheduled Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Schedule flexibility may be discussed at the time of offer.

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. While we assist in the recruitment process, all final hiring decisions are made solely by the client employers. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and non-discriminatory recruitment process. Aerospace Talent Group does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.