Automation Engineer I, R&D

Position Overview

The Automation Engineer I will join a highly collaborative cross-functional team includingSystems DevelopmentR&D Operations andITto develop and deploy robust laboratory automation solutions for pre-analytical sample processing Immunoassayand Next-Generation Sequencing based assays in support of high complexitymedical devices. This role requires experience working on a collaborative fast-paced team to build scalable highly integrated automation platforms which enable users to reliably and efficiently deliver timely high-quality resultsthat directly impact patients livesin an FDAregulated environment.This role requires employing engineering concepts across many disciplines (software mechanical electrical biomedical etc.) to solve problems within complex systems.

Essential Duties

include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop automated laboratory solutions through programming of liquid handling robotics platforms to meet the requirements of existing assay workflows inanFDAregulatedmedical device environment.
• Participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
• Work with cross-functional teams tounderstand laboratory processes and procedures and translateintouser needs andsoftware requirements.
• Developrobustautomated liquid handler methodsfor scalable and high throughput usethat integrate with larger software systems for data management and sample tracking.
• Iteratively develop and improvesoftwarebased on feedback from experimental data and user feedback.
• Maintain and improve the performance of existing software.
• Troubleshoot issues across electrical mechanical and software systemsto perform root cause analysis and issue resolution.
• Review and debug complex software.
• Design experiments studying impact of software controls on mechanical systems.
• Use good documentation practices to write test protocolsexecute experiments according to protocols writetest reports and manage deviations.
• Writetechnical documents under formal design controls for medical deviceswith teaminput includingbut not limited tosoftware requirementsandsoftware design descriptions.
• Ability to establish high level of credibility and maintain effective relationships and strong open communication withemployee managers and customers.
• Ability to meet critical deadlines and successfully facilitate constructive engagements.
• Ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
• Ability to prioritize anddrive toresults with a high emphasis on quality.
• Ability to work with moderate supervision and take ownership of assigned projects.
• Ability to follow and optimize processes.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills detail oriented with strong organization and time management skills.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability innovation integrity quality and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the companys Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
• Ability to work on a mobile device tablet or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to travel 5% of working time away from worklocationmay include overnight/weekend travel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Life Sciences Engineering or field as outlined in the essential duties.
• 1 years of experience working with automated liquid handlers and associated software in a regulated environment (CLIA CAP ISO etc.). Experience with Hamilton liquid handlers is desired.
• High attention to detail and proven ability to effectively communicate across teams located at multiple sites.
• Optimistic and innovative; solution oriented.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues in collaboration with a team of scientists.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and demands.
• Values communicates and interacts with others with high levels of transparency and respect.
• Familiarity with Next-Generation sequencing and/or common molecular biology laboratory workflows.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs such as: Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Access OneNote and Publisher.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. degree in Life Sciences Engineering or field as outlined in the essential duties.
• 2 years of experience working with automated liquid handlers and associated software in a regulated environment (FDACLIA CAP ISO etc.).
• Experience with Hamilton liquid handlers is desired.
• Knowledge ofthe softwaredevelopment lifecycle for a medical device.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• New grads welcome to apply.