Contractor, Support Engineer I, Automation (2nd shift)
Core
Second-shift support engineer maintaining automated lab platforms for drug discovery and bioengineering.
Role type
Support Engineer I (Automation)
Builds
Reliable operation of AI Science Factory workcells and automated instruments
Domain
Life sciences / Bioengineering / Lab automation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems, Lab instrumentation operation, Shift handoff documentation, Root cause analysis, Routine maintenance, Cross-functional coordination
Preferred skills
Liquid handler experience, Workflow orchestration software, Python/C# scripting, Robotic integration platforms, Multi-shift operations background
Technologies
AI Science Factory (AISF), Cellario, Python, C#
Responsibilities
Monitor and maintain AISF workcells during second shift, triaging instrument faults and software errors; Coordinate with on-shift Research Operations scientists to prioritize recovery efforts; Troubleshoot electro-mechanical and software systems; Surface recurring failure patterns to the engineering team; Run routine maintenance, setup, and teardown; Document each shift's events, decisions, and outstanding issues
Seniority
Individual Contributor (IC), Entry-level to Mid-level
