Abbott

Process Development & Automation Engineer II (SCADA Engineer)

Abbott • $61K — $122K *
Madison, WI 53711In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 3+ years relevant industry experience, or Associates degree in Engineering with 5+ years relevant experience.
  • 3+ years industry experience in building automation systems.
  • 2+ years experience developing and commissioning automated systems.
  • Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
  • Experience with middleware devices, PC knowledge, networking, and interface protocols.
  • Proficient in database integration with automated systems.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Contributes to key R&D projects and recommends product enhancements.
  • Conducts advanced testing and data analysis to ensure quality and performance.
  • Leads complex engineering design, platform eligibility and performance testing.
  • Develops methods and techniques for problem-solving and evaluation.
  • Prepares and presents design documents at reviews to ensure alignment.
  • Mentors and guides service engineers and laboratory technicians.
  • Manages time effectively among competing project priorities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career growth and development within a leading clinical laboratory.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Engagement in innovative projects that directly impact laboratory efficiency and accuracy.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and automation systems.
  • Participation in continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence.
Full Job Description


JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Process Development and Automation Engineer II provides technical engineering support for laboratory automation, equipment, and data systems within a complex clinical laboratory environment. This role supports the implementation, integration, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automation solutions, including PLC-based systems, SCADA/AVEVA platforms, and related data and reporting tools. The Engineer II collaborates cross-functionally to support system design, validation, commissioning, and ongoing operational performance.

Essential Duties

Include but are not limited to the following:
  • Serve as the technical lead for AVEVA implementation, expansion, and sustainment across automation systems.
  • Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC-based data collection and integration solutions.
  • Configure, validate, and support AVEVA, Historian, Insight, and associated reporting systems.
  • Partner cross-functionally with teams to ensure accurate automation performance data.
  • Design and implement automation data structures, tags, state models, downtime tracking, fault monitoring, and KPI reporting.
  • Support commissioning, SAT, go-live, and lifecycle management of new automation systems.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using equipment performance and reliability data.
  • Develop dashboards and reporting tools to improve visibility into throughput, downtime, MTTR, MTBF, and OEE metrics.
  • Support AVEVA verification activities and ensure system compliance in regulated laboratory environments.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 3+ years relevant industry experience.; or Associates degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, or similar field with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • 3+ years relevant industry experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in building automation systems.
  • 2+ years of experience developing and commissioning automated systems.
  • Possesses advanced knowledge of engineering theories, practices and procedures and applies this knowledge and skills to complete assignments.
  • Experience working with middleware devices, PC knowledge, and networking and interface protocols.
  • Experience integrating databases with automated systems.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Rockwell PLC programming (Studio 5000).
  • AVEVA/Wonderware, Ignition, Historian, Insight, or SCADA experience.
  • SQL, databases, and industrial data systems.
  • Rockwell HMI development and troubleshooting
  • Automation networking and system integration.


The base pay for this position is
$61,300.00 - $122,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Engineering

DIVISION:
ONCO Cancer Diagnostics

LOCATION:
United States > Madison : 1 Exact Lane

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

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Learn more about Abbott
Size
113,000 employees
Market Cap
$189 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+15.6%
Revenue
$34.6 billion
NASDAQ
ABT
* Ladders Estimates

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