Laboratory Automation Technical Solution Specialist

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunity fostering an inclusive environment where diversity makes us be outstanding.

Help us lead one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. We are a world leader in plasma-derived medicines with a presence in more than 100 countries, and a growing global team of over 20.000 people. That’s why we need a Automation Technical Solution Specialist, like you.

Role Mission

Design and implement customized laboratory automation solutions that optimize workflows, improve efficiency, and ensure operational excellence in transfusion medicine laboratories. Act as a trusted technical expert and advisor, supporting global projects and collaborating with clients and internal teams to implement innovative automation solutions.

What your responsibilities will be

• Engage with customers to understand workflows, operational needs, and automation challenges.
• Propose technical automation solutions to optimize laboratory processes and support sales activities.
• Act as a technical expert on Grifols automation products, supporting internal teams (Service, R&D, Regulatory, Sales, Marketing).
• Create laboratory layouts and 3D solution models using CAD and LabBuilder tools to visualize proposed solutions.
• Define solution requirements and collaborate with technical teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Support validation, testing, and go-live activities to guarantee smooth deployment and customer satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to automation product innovation.
• Support global projects and travel to customer sites as required to deliver solutions. 

Who you are

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• You have an advanced level of English (C1) – indispensable.
• You have at least 3 years of experience in laboratory automation, including system integration, workflow design, and process optimization – indispensable.
• You have at least 3 years of experience in customer-facing roles such as consulting, solutions engineering, or technical support - indispensable.
• You have extensive knowledge of laboratory workflows, ideally in transfusion medicine or high-performance clinical environments.
• You have excellent communication and presentation skills.
• You are able to manage multiple projects and customer relationships simultaneously.
• You are available for frequent travel, both within the country and abroad, depending on the projects.
• You have experience using CAD tools (AutoCAD) and 3D design tools (LabBuilder) or knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies – desirable.

What we offer

It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.

Information about Grifols is available at www.grifols.com. If you are interested in joining our company and you have what it takes for such an exciting position, then don’t hesitate to apply!

We look forward to receiving your application!

Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.

Flexible schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:00 -10:00 to 16:00 -19:00h and Friday 8:00-15:00h (with the same flexible start time).

Contract of Employment: Permanent position

Flexibility for U Program: 2 day remote working

Location: Sant Cugat

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