Robotics & AI Automation Specialist

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Drive the design, development and implementation of intelligent automation solutions across pharmaceutical R&D by combining mechatronics, robotics, collaborative robots, machine vision, sensors and AI technologies.

The role will help transform laboratory and R&D operations from manual or semi-automated activities toward connected, safer and increasingly autonomous workflows.

Key Responsibilities

1. Mechatronics & Automation

• Design and develop mechatronic solutions for laboratory and R&D applications.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, motors, controllers and instrumentation.
• Prototype automation concepts and convert successful prototypes into robust solutions.
• Support automation of repetitive laboratory and material-handling activities.

2. Robotics & Cobots

• Identify opportunities for collaborative robots and robotic automation within R&D laboratories.
• Develop applications involving sample movement, material handling, equipment interaction and repetitive experimental activities.
• Integrate robots/cobots with existing laboratory equipment and workflows.
• Design solutions with appropriate human-machine safety considerations.

3. AI Cameras & Machine Vision

• Develop machine-vision solutions using industrial and AI-enabled cameras.
• Explore applications such as:
  • Equipment/process monitoring
  • Visual inspection
  • Object and sample recognition
  • Operator/workflow monitoring
  • Experiment monitoring
  • Image-based measurements and anomaly detection
• Integrate vision outputs with automation systems where appropriate.

4. AI & Intelligent Automation

• Evaluate and implement AI tools that can improve laboratory and R&D workflows.
• Combine AI with physical automation, sensors and robotics to create intelligent workflows.
• Explore technologies such as computer vision, AI agents, predictive models and natural-language interfaces.
• Work with digital teams to connect AI applications with laboratory systems and scientific data.

5. Prototyping & Technology Scouting

• Rapidly prototype new automation concepts and demonstrate their feasibility.
• Evaluate emerging technologies in robotics, cobots, machine vision, sensors and AI.
• Conduct proof-of-concept studies before larger-scale implementation.
• Collaborate with technology vendors, equipment suppliers and internal engineering/digital teams.

6. R&D Use-Case Development

• Work closely with scientists to understand laboratory pain points rather than automating processes in isolation.
• Translate scientific requirements into practical automation solutions.
• Prioritize opportunities based on scientist effort reduction, safety, reproducibility, data quality and productivity.
• Document solutions so that successful prototypes can be reproduced and scaled.

Bachelor's/Master's in Mechatronics, Robotics, Automation, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/