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Senior Laboratory Automation Engineer

Eurofins


Job Location:

Indianapolis, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 September 2026 (21 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 16 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Help drive laboratory automation improve workflows and solve complex technical challenges in a regulated scientific environment.

Were seeking an experienced Senior Lab Automation Engineer to support and optimize automated laboratory platforms and workflows. This role combines hands-on automation support troubleshooting validation and continuous improvement while partnering with laboratory quality and engineering teams to deliver reliable efficient and compliant operations.

What Youll Do

  • Serve as a subject matter expert for laboratory automation systems including liquid handlers robotics plate readers and other automated laboratory instruments.
  • Troubleshoot instrument software and workflow issues to minimize downtime and improve laboratory performance.
  • Develop implement and optimize automated laboratory methods and processes.
  • Support instrument qualification computer system validation (CSV) calibration maintenance and lifecycle management activities.
  • Analyze system performance data and identify opportunities for automation and process improvements.
  • Train and support laboratory personnel on automated systems and best practices.
  • Utilize LIMS ELN and related laboratory systems to maintain data integrity and compliant documentation.
  • Author and review SOPs validation documents protocols and technical reports.
  • Ensure compliance with GLP GMP/GxP data integrity and laboratory safety requirements.

Qualifications :

Required

  • Bachelors degree in Life Sciences Engineering Automation Robotics or a related technical field.
  • 6 years of industry experience supporting laboratory automation robotics or regulated laboratory operations.
  • Hands-on experience with automated liquid handling systems such as Hamilton Beckman Tecan or similar platforms.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for automated instrumentation software and laboratory workflows.
  • Experience with system validation qualification and change control activities.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple functional teams.
  • Knowledge of GLP GMP/GxP data integrity requirements and computerized system validation.

Preferred

  • Experience with laboratory automation programming workflow development or process optimization.
  • Experience with LIMS ELN and other laboratory informatics systems.
  • Experience training mentoring or providing technical guidance to laboratory staff. 

Additional Information :

  • Position is full-time Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM. Travel and overtime as needed.
  • LinkedIn: #LI-EB1

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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