Position Summary: Terray Therapeutics is seeking a motivated, creative, and experienced Associate/Sr. Associate Automation Engineer. As an integral member of our Automation team, the candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the automated systems that power our wet-lab. The position will report to the laboratory automation lead responsible for microscope support and development.
The core responsibilities of this position are:
- Troubleshoot and service automated microscope systems, including hardware, software, optics, fluidics, environmental control, and peripheral equipment
- Respond to system issues quickly while maintaining careful, detail-oriented troubleshooting practices
- Accurately document troubleshooting steps, findings, actions taken, parts used, and resolution details in the ticketing system
- Create, update, and complete service tickets in a timely manner to maintain a clear history of system issues and repairs
- Communicate status, expected downtime, next steps, and risks clearly to supported teams
- Maintain an organized inventory of tools, spare parts, consumables, and replacement equipment
- Track recurring failures and investigate trends or repeated issues
- Assist with preventive maintenance, calibration, and system readiness checks
- Follow established procedures while identifying opportunities to improve microscope reliability, troubleshooting workflows, documentation quality, and service efficiency
- Partner with our scientific and production teams to design, acquire, and implement laboratory automation platforms
- Support the development of new processes on microscope platforms
- Contribute to the de novo design of custom systems for niche applications within our processes
Experience and Qualifications:Given the company's size, anticipated growth, and fast-paced environment, the organization requires an automation engineer who is thoughtful, high-energy, and can partner with the broader organization to further enhance our next-generation drug discovery capabilities.
Part of Terray Therapeutics' success is nurtured by a hands-on work environment where everyone is accountable, everyone is vested in a vision of excellence, and everyone actively takes part in the success of the business. Terray Therapeutics supports a positive work environment comprised of engaged employees who feel appreciated, recognized, and free to be creative.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience troubleshooting and maintaining automation equipment in a production or operations-focused environment
- Experience with fluorescence microscopy, especially Zeiss
- Experience with Micromanager microscope control software
- Experience with ImageJ and Beanshell scripting environment within Micromanager
- Experience with ASI microscope stages and controllers
- Proficiency with design software, such as Solidworks, and fabrication tools (3D printing, CNC, laser cutting, etc.)
- Familiarity with programming languages (Beanshell, PYTHON, Java, C#, .NET
Candidates will need the ability to work well under pressure to provide results in a short timeframe. The company is looking for a highly responsive, goal-oriented individual who will bring significant energy and drive to solve complex technical problems and help us achieve our mission to advance human health.
Compensation Details: $85,000 to $122,000 (annually) depending on experience; participation in the Company's option plan; 3% retirement safe harbor contribution; fully-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
