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Process Development Engineer

QIAGEN
$80,000 - $96,000
United States, Maryland, Frederick
Nov 13, 2026

Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We're dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We're always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

About the opportunity

Join QIAGEN as a Process Development Engineer, supporting manufacturing through reliable automation, software, and equipment solutions. You'll maintain existing systems while developing future automation in collaboration with Production, Product Development, Quality, and PIMS teams.


Your tasks include
  • Designing, developing, testing, and implementing customized automation solutions for manufacturing and laboratory equipment.
  • Partnering with Production, Product Development, Quality, and PIMS teams to translating user requirements into reliable, compliant automation solutions.
  • Developing software and applications for automated manufacturing equipment, including equipment interfaces and RESTful APIs where required.
  • Maintaining, updating, and troubleshooting in-house software, automated equipment, hardware, and associated processes to supporting daily manufacturing operations.
  • Developing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining PLC programs, HMI applications, and associated control logic.
  • Preparing and maintaining control narratives, functional specifications, electrical and I/O documentation, software design records, testing documentation, and change-control records.
  • Applying appropriate source-code version control, software backup, configuration management, and access-control practices to automation systems.
Your profile
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline preferred.
  • 1-2 years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, instrument automation, manufacturing engineering, or a related field.
  • Hands-on programming experience using C#, Python, Java, or a comparable language for equipment interfaces, data handling, or supporting applications is required.
  • Experience with a major PLC/HMI platform such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Beckhoff, or an equivalent platform is an advantage.
  • Experience with equipment commissioning, functional testing, troubleshooting, and structured root-cause analysis, together with familiarity with source-code version control such as GitHub or an equivalent platform.
  • Strong logical and analytical skills, with the ability to understand manufacturing processes, translate user requirements into dependable engineering solutions, and apply practical engineering mathematics.
  • Ability to working independently and collaboratively across diverse, cross-functional teams; knowledge of biotech or regulated manufacturing processes is an advantage.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $96,000. Compensation will be based on the candidate's experience, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors. In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes a bonus plan and generous benefits.

What we offer

  • Bonus/Commission

  • Local benefits

  • Referral Program

  • Volunteer Day

  • Internal Academy (QIALearn)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Hybrid work (conditional to your role)

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve.We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions.We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.

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