Fortrea · 6 hours ago
Laboratory Automation Engineer II
USA - CA - San Francisco - 1400 16th Street
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $130K/yr
4+ years expLabcorp is a respected company recognized for advancing science, technology, and innovation. They are seeking a Laboratory Automation Engineer II to independently program and develop methods for liquid handlers, install and maintain laboratory automation hardware and software, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance laboratory processes.
Clinical TrialsHealth Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Utilize data-driven insights to improve existing automation platforms, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and scalability
Own individual projects to enhance automation workflows, incorporating best practices in lab automation, data analysis, and process optimization
Partner with Production Support Engineering and Production Lab teams to implement lab automation enhancements and resolve escalated issues
Independently operate, troubleshoot, and optimize a wide range of lab instruments and automated platforms (liquid handlers, work cells, scheduling software, etc.)
Perform calibration and validation to ensure instrument reliability when applicable
Write protocols and methods to automate laboratory processes, control instruments, and manage data. Contribute to software integration and testing methodologies
Design and implement solutions to connect laboratory instruments, devices, and software platforms using standard communication protocols
Develop validation protocols for automated workflows, perform risk assessments, and ensure quality control measures align with regulatory requirements
Assist in transitioning new automation platforms from development to production by defining stability metrics and validating performance
Regularly review instrument data to identify trends, mitigate risks, and propose long-term solutions
Take ownership of individual project execution, manage tasks & timelines, and provide guidance to junior team members to elevate team capabilities
Participate and lead in FMEA and RCA as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences or related field
4 or more years of experience in a laboratory automation role; equipment and clinical laboratory roles relevant
Experience in a high throughput CAP/CLIA, ISO 13485/15189, GMP regulated environment
Proficient in industry standard laboratory automation platforms (liquid handlers, work cells, scheduling software, etc.) and other commonly used laboratory equipment
Experience with participation in or running with FMEA & RCA
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Preferred
Technical proficiency and proven success in laboratory automation and systems development and integration for the life science industry; especially with robotics and liquid handling systems
Flexibility and self-initiative required to support several simultaneous automation projects
Strong experience engaging cross-functionally in a high-collaboration environment
Experience with equipment functionality and validation testing
Strong organizational skills, as well as written and verbal communication skills
Software development experience in one or more languages (C#, Python, etc.)
Experience working under regulatory regimes such as CLIA, CAP, or FDA
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
STD/LTD
401(k)
Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company
Fortrea
Fortrea is a provider of comprehensive Phase I through IV clinical trial management, clinical pharmacology, patient access solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anshul Thakral
Chief Executive Officer
Agnieszka Gallagher
General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary
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