Senior Automation Engineer
On-sitePhoenix, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Lead design, development, testing, implementation, and lifecycle support of automated laboratory workflows. Develop and optimize liquid handling methods and classes, integrating automation platforms with instruments, LIMS, and software systems. Execute feasibility, verification, validation, and qualification activities while authoring SOPs, protocols, and quality documentation. Troubleshoot complex hardware, software, robotics, and assay issues to drive throughput, reliability, and process improvement. Provide technical support, mentoring, and project leadership for cross-functional teams. This role supports high-throughput clinical workflows within a precision medicine environment focused on transforming cancer care.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Laboratory Science, Biotechnology, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on liquid handler programming experience
- Experience with automated molecular biology workflows and NGS sample preparation
- Experience with equipment and method verification/validation
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, documentation, and project management skills
- Experience with liquid class development and process optimization
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Must be able to support multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to lift laboratory equipment or supplies
- Must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (applicable for certain positions) and reference verification
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related discipline
- Experience in regulated CAP/CLIA, FDA, GLP, GMP, or ISO environments
- Programming experience in Python, C#, SQL, JavaScript, or similar languages
- Experience with LIMS, APIs, and laboratory data integrations
- ASCP certification or relevant laboratory credential
- Experience mentoring engineers and leading cross-functional teams
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