SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) · 1 hour ago
Senior Automation Engineer- Innovative Core Solutions System Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expBD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world, and they are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to drive automation solutions for Quality Control testing of flow cytometry antibody reagents. The successful candidate will implement, optimize, and maintain automation solutions while collaborating with scientists to enhance laboratory protocols.
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Responsibilities
Manage automation workcells comprehensively, including robot teaching, coordinating field service engineers for calibrations/preventive maintenance, and overseeing all equipment components through regular cleaning, lubrication, and performance checks
Collaborate with scientists to understand laboratory protocols and translate them into automated workflows, while applying automation expertise to improve processes, troubleshoot procedures, and lead programming of new methods to expand throughput
Identify operational bottlenecks, evaluate new technologies, and work cross-functionally to scale in vitro assays by multiple orders of magnitude, including vendor coordination for hardware integration and collaboration with software developers
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including training guides and verification reports, while providing ad hoc instrument troubleshooting, error recovery, and end-user training through detailed work instructions
Manage equipment scheduling calendars, track critical metrics (uptime, downtime, usage), and provide regular performance reports to leadership to ensure optimal laboratory automation operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or Computer Science (preferably Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, Biology, Chemistry), or PhD with 2+ years of relevant Lab Automation experience. Non-PhD candidates require minimum 6 years of relevant experience
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a lab setting, with demonstrated ability to lead without authority, coordinate small teams to achieve program goals, and work cross-functionally with strong communication skills
Proven experience implementing and maintaining automation solutions, troubleshooting liquid handling equipment and laboratory automation systems, and ability to generate, evaluate, and understand scientific data from robotic platforms
Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of effectively prioritizing tasks and multitasking to achieve goals while maintaining focus on customer deliverables
Self-motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of effectively prioritizing tasks and multitasking to achieve goals while maintaining focus on customer deliverables
Preferred
Previous experience programming Hamilton Robotics instrumentation (Venus software) is preferable
3D printing experience preferred
Ability to program in languages such as R or Python preferred
Experience with integrated robotic system schedulers (e.g. Cellario, Biosero)
Knowledge of basic scientific principles in biology and chemistry and/or experience working closely with scientists to automate biological or chemical processes
Benefits
Valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs
Rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture
Company
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)
SLAS, headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, is a tax exempt organization under section 501 (c) (3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Vicki Loise
CEO
Amy Wilkinson
Director, Global Events and Corporate Partnerships
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