Valmet is a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. With our automation systems and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. 

We aim to become the global champion in serving our customers. Our more than 19,000 professionals work close to our customers and are committed to improving our customers’ performance – every day.

The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. Valmet’s net sales in 2023 were approximately EUR 5.5 billion.

Valmet’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki and the head office is in Espoo, Finland.

Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

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Deciding on a new career within Valmet can be an exciting prospect. Every day there are teams of Valmet employees around the world who share the feeling of achieving something great – that feeling when everything works together. Apply your expertise in new ways to continue the path of growth as an **Automation Design Engineer **.

The **Automation Design Engineer ** will play a key role in developing next‑generation Valvcon electric actuators, improving existing actuator platforms, and supporting cross‑functional engineering needs. This role blends **mechanical design, electrical/controls engineering, firmware understanding, and test engineering **, making it ideal for an engineer passionate about integrated mechatronic systems.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Product Development & Engineering**

- Design and enhance Valvcon™ electric actuator components, including mechanical subassemblies, gearing systems, housings, and mounting interfaces.

- Collaborate with external electronics engineers to integrate PCB assemblies, sensors, limit switches, and digital control modules into actuator designs.

- Support firmware and calibration interface requirements.

**Systems & Automation Engineering**

- Develop and validate actuator performance related to torque, duty cycle, environmental conditions, and safety certifications.

- Ensure designs are in compliance with NEMA, ATEX, IECEx, and CSA standards.

- Contribute to architecture for remote, backup‑power, and network‑connected actuator configurations.

**Testing & Validation**

- Define and execute, with the help of test technicians, test plans for functional, environmental, and endurance testing of electric actuators.

- Analyze mechanical performance (breakaway torque, stall torque, gearbox performance, duty cycle behavior).

**Cross-functional Collaboration**

- Work closely with manufacturing engineering to ensure designs are optimized for assembly, manufacturability, and cost.

- Support quality, sourcing, and supplier engagement activities when evaluating new components, suppliers, or materials.

- Partner with product management, service teams, and customers to translate use‑case requirements into actionable design specifications.

**Documentation & Compliance**

- Create and maintain engineering documentation: CAD models, drawings, BOMs, test reports, design notes, and regulatory compliance files.

- Ensure products meet all required certifications and safety standards.

**Qualifications**

- Bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.

- 3+ years of experience in product design or automation engineering (preferably electro‑mechanical systems).

- Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and mechanical design fundamentals.

- Working knowledge of motors, gearing, sensors, limit switches, industrial electronics, or embedded control hardware.

- Experience with testing methodologies and structured problem-solving (8D, DMAIC, FMEA, etc.).

**Why Join Valmet?**

- Work on industry-leading actuator technologies used worldwide.

- Join a collaborative R&D environment with significant autonomy and engineering depth.

- Opportunities for professional growth within a global organization.

- Contribute to sustainable and intelligent automation solutions shaping the future of flow control.

**We Offer**

We offer a dynamic work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting with opportunities for continual growth. We're looking for team-oriented people with a willingness to learn and contribute to our customers’ success. This includes a generous wage starting between $81k-108k/annual* and benefits package that offers a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension.

- Salary range is intended to provide a general guideline. Actual compensation will be determined based on market data, internal equity, and candidate credentials.”

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.

**Additional Information**

Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people. To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online.

**Where everything works together**

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer's performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork.

**Join the team! www.valmet.com/careersna**

Please note that Valmet will never ask for personal financial information during the interview process. If you feel you have been a victim of an online job posting scam, please notify the Federal Trade Commission.

Automation Design Engineer

BioSpace is the digital hub for life science news and jobs. We provide essential insights, opportunities and tools to connect innovative organizations and talented professionals who advance health and quality of life across the globe.

Industry: Internet News
Company Size: 11-50 employees

BioSpace

**Company Description**

**About AbbVie**

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.

**Job Description**

Discovery Biotherapeutics at AbbVie is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated scientist to join a dynamic team supporting design, engineering, and manufacturing of multispecifics. This position will impact projects through engineering, production, and characterization of multispecific biopharmaceutical products. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience with biologics and multispecifics production platforms, analytical characterization, and a proven track record implementing multispecific engineering and production strategies to advance early- and late-stage discovery programs. The applicant should be an enthusiastic, creative scientist who will make tangible contributions to the continuous improvement and innovation within the organization.

**Key Responsibilities**

- Responsible for design, engineering and production of multispecific biologics to support oncology

- Evaluate and integrate state-of-the-art technology to improve therapeutic production platforms, and demonstrate creative out-of-the-box thinking to solve difficult problems

- Serve as a Multispecifics Engineering representative for cross-functional teams, and contribute scientific insights into multiple projects across various therapeutic areas; recognized expert in multispecifics design and production

- Serve as the Biologics lead on projects to coordinate activities and transitions from hit generation through candidate nomination

- Identify and solve technical problems independently, conceive and implement innovative process research ideas

- Ensure consistency and quality of technical reports

- Provide project update, analysis and advice to cross-functional teams and senior management

- Present original work internally across departments and at internal and external scientific conferences; may author or co-author peer-reviewed scientific papers or patents

**Qualifications**

- PhD, MS, or BS degree in Biochemistry, Biochemical engineering or related disciplines with typically 0+(PhD), 8+(MS), or 10+(BS) years of experience,ideally in multispecifics biologics engineering

- Extensive experience with protein, biologics, fragments, and multi-specifics design, expression and purification

- Experience with purification and automation instruments e.g. Akta, Kingfisher, Hamilton

- Sound scientific understanding of current state of protein expression/separation/analytical technologies and ability to explore and develop new approaches for innovative purification

- Experience with CRO coordination

- Experience with in vitro analytical techniques for protein characterization (e.g. SEC, MS, DSF); experience with developability screening for multispecifics preferred

- Strong molecular biology skills (e.g. molecular cloning) and experience with sequence analysis tools (Vector NTI, Geneious, Genedata)

- Knowledge of biologic pipeline progression from exploratory through candidate nomination with program management experience preferred

- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to rapid change in priorities

- Candidate must be a goal-oriented team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to operate in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, and strong can-do attitude

- Recognized in the scientific community through a sustained record of peer-reviewed publications and patents preferred

**Key AbbVie Competencies**

- Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of the team to enable high performance

- Learns fast, grasps the essence and can change the course quickly where indicated

- Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo

- Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement

- Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.

- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

- This job is eligible toparticipatein our short-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodifiedat the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Senior Scientist I, Multi-specific Biologics

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