SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) · 14 hours ago
Sr. Lab Automation Engineer
SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) is seeking a highly skilled and seasoned Senior Lab Automation Engineer to join their Lab Automation team. In this critical role, you will provide technical leadership spanning project planning, implementation, and ongoing support, with a focus on SCADA systems and industrial hardware integration.
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Responsibilities
Implement SCADA solutions that adhere to Lab Automation team standards
Provide technical leadership of engineering lab test facility automation projects
Provide technical support to engineering lab test facilities by diagnosing and resolving issues with both hardware and software platforms
Work with all lab teams effectively for sustainment or development of lab test facilities
Develop detailed design documents and/or functional requirement specifications for automated SCADA solutions, ensuring they are cost-effective, well-documented, scalable, and aligned with established Lab Automation team standards
Operate with minimal supervision
Oversee and coordinate the efforts of industrial automation contractors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or related degree plan
At least 5 years of work experience in industrial automation and/or control systems
Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, VB.NET, Java, or Python
Proficiency in object orientation and the software development life cycle
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with basic electronics
Knowledge of at least one industrial automation hardware platform (e.g., National Instruments, Allen Bradley, Modicon, General Electric)
Experience programming industrial automation PLC/PAC software (e.g., LabVIEW, Rockwell Automation CompactLogix, MicroLogix, General Electric Proficy ME)
Preferred
Proficiency in using the Ignition SCADA platform
Understanding of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) fundamentals
Hands-on experience with embedded systems
Experience with laboratory testing standards and methodologies (e.g., AHRI, UL, ANSI, ISO17025)
Knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS)
Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma concepts, principles, and toolsets
Benefits
Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
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.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
2026-02-02
2025-10-23
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