CareerPlan

Automation Engineer, Laboratory Automation – Analytical Sciences

Santa Monica, California, United States of AmericaFull-time$91k–$136k2026-11-03 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Develop, implement, test, and optimize automated liquid-handling workflows and workcells for analytical science assays (cell-based, immunological, genomic).

Role type

Mid-level IC laboratory automation engineer

Builds

Automated workcells integrating liquid handlers, robotic devices, and scheduling software for analytical workflows

Domain

Life Sciences / Laboratory Automation

Required skills

Liquid-handling system operation, automation scripting, troubleshooting, data automation, technical documentation, system integration

Preferred skills

Hamilton platform experience, LIMS integration, cell therapy CMC environment experience, custom fixture fabrication

Technologies

Python, C++, Hamilton VENUS, Dynamic Device Method Manager, HighRes Cellario, LIMS

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain automated liquid-handling platforms; develop and optimize liquid-handling methods and scripts; build and integrate automation modules/workcells; troubleshoot hardware, software, and workflow issues; maintain technical documentation (SOPs, test plans); support training of lab personnel.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC