Abbott

Staff Engineer, Process Development & Automation

Abbott • $99K — $198K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; or Associate's degree in relevant field with 2 years of relevant experience.
  • 6+ years of experience in engineering or relevant industry.
  • Advanced knowledge of engineering theories and practices for assignment completion.
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • Ability to perform essential duties with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate implementation activities for automation technologies.
  • Manage project deliverables effectively and efficiently.
  • Support system integration and validation efforts within the laboratory.
  • Drive successful deployment of new technologies in a regulated environment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, quality, IT, and external vendors.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development in a dynamic environment.
  • Involvement in cutting-edge automation and process initiatives.
  • Engagement in a mission-driven company focused on Cancer Diagnostics.
  • Collaborative work culture with diverse teams across various functions.
  • Travel opportunities to engage with stakeholders and vendors.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Overview

The Staff Engineer, Process Development & Automation will play a key role in the development and deployment of automation technologies supporting Exact Sciences' expanding histopathology laboratory operations, including the new Cancer Diagnostics Division laboratory in Madison, WI. This position partners with laboratory operations, engineering, quality, IT, facilities, and external vendors to implement digital pathology, laboratory automation, workflow improvements, and related process development initiatives.

The primary focus of this role is program execution. The Staff Engineer will lead and coordinate implementation activities, manage project deliverables, support system integration and validation efforts, and drive successful deployment of new technologies in a regulated diagnostics environment. This position requires a highly organized, execution-oriented engineer who can independently manage complex technical initiatives while maintaining alignment across multiple stakeholders and workstreams.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; or Associates degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, or similar field and 2 years of experience.
  • 6+ years of experience in engineering or relevant industry.
  • Possesses advanced knowledge of engineering theories, practices and procedures and applies this knowledge and skills to complete assignments.
  • 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
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 10+ years of relevant experience; or Associates degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, or similar field with 12+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Technical proficiency and experience in automation, system development, and integration in a laboratory environment.
  • Experience in process optimization involving complex workflows comprising both system equipment and software components to ensure user and business requirements are met.
  • Experience working in a CAP/CLIA and/or other regulated production environment.
  • Advanced knowledge of database, laboratory information management systems, and other file management applications.


The base pay for this position is
$99,300.00 - $198,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
Manufacturing

DIVISION:
ONCO Cancer Diagnostics

LOCATION:
United States > Madison : 1 Exact Lane

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 % of the Time

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), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)

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Net Income
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Founded
1944
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