Hiring: Senior Automation Engineer, R&D Company: SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening) Location: San Diego, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 00:24:02 Target Skills & Keywords : R About the job Experience: •Integration experience with workcells/end-to-end platforms Required Skills: •The Senior Automation Engineer R&D is a key problem solving, individual contributor that uses in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge to achieve project goals. This position will leverage understanding of engineering principles, methods, data, and judgment to influence the course of product development activities. •Develop automated laboratory solutions to meet the requirements of existing or new assay workflows. •Iteratively design, develop, and implement automated liquid handler methods for use in a high throughout environment, improve methods based on feedback from experimental data and user feedback. •Support accurate and robust automation software integration with external systems. •Support design transfer and deployment of automation solutions across multiple sites which meet product requirements and are fully integrated with clinical laboratory workflows. •Support process development needs such as automated Operational Qualification procedures. •Assist and train laboratory personnel on the use of automated systems. •Maintain and troubleshoot automated systems and processes. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences or field as outlined in the essential duties. •5+ years of relevant experience in product development. •Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. •Legal authorization to work in the country of employment without current or future sponsorship. •Extensive Hamilton Venus programming experience Compensation: •$78,000 - $156,000 / year •The base pay for this position is $78,000.00 – $156,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!