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Thermo Fisher Scientific

Automation Engineer II

Bedford, MA · On-site

$72K - $108K/yr

... lab coat, ear plugs etc.) How will you make an impact? The job of the Automation Engineer II is to maintain and troubleshoot all process controls. This role primary function is to address all issues ...

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Automation Engineer II

Bedford, MA · On-site

$72K - $108K/yr

... lab coat, ear plugs etc.) How will you make an impact? The job of the Automation Engineer II is to maintain and troubleshoot all process controls. This role primary function is to address all issues ...

Danaher

About Automation Engineering Roles at Danaher Are you energized by solving technical problems ... Experience with hands-on lab testing and technical documentation (e.g., lab report generation)

Danaher

About Automation Engineering Roles at Danaher Are you energized by solving technical problems ... Experience with hands-on lab testing and technical documentation (e.g., lab report generation)

Danaher

Software Automation Internships

Lowell, MA

About Automation Engineering Roles at Danaher Are you energized by solving technical problems ... Experience with hands-on lab testing and technical documentation (e.g., lab report generation)

Danaher

About Automation Engineering Roles at Danaher Are you energized by solving technical problems ... Experience with hands-on lab testing and technical documentation (e.g., lab report generation)

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab automation engineer in Massachusetts is $52.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.14 and $65.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a lab automation engineer do?

A Lab Automation Engineer designs, develops, and maintains automated systems used in laboratory environments to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reproducibility of experiments. They work with robotics, software, and laboratory instruments to streamline workflows for research, diagnostics, or manufacturing processes. Their responsibilities often include programming automation scripts, integrating hardware and software, troubleshooting system issues, and collaborating with scientists to optimize lab operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab automation engineer?

To thrive as a Lab Automation Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering or life sciences, experience with laboratory workflows, and proficiency in programming and automation. Familiarity with tools such as liquid handling robots, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), scripting languages (like Python or VBA), and certifications like Six Sigma or CLIA can be highly advantageous. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills set top performers apart. These skills are crucial for designing efficient automated systems, maintaining equipment, and ensuring seamless lab operations in complex, collaborative environments.

What are some common challenges lab automation engineers face in their daily work?

Lab Automation Engineers often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting integration issues between new automation equipment and existing lab systems, as well as optimizing protocols for maximum efficiency. Adjusting to rapidly evolving technology and managing the customization of automated solutions for diverse experiments are also common aspects of the role. Collaboration with scientists, IT specialists, and quality control teams is essential to ensure that automation meets both technical and regulatory requirements. Successfully navigating these challenges requires adaptability, communication, and a solution-oriented mindset.

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Controls Engineer II, Sustaining Engineering

Cambridge, MA • On-site

Lila Sciences
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$91K - $118K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Your Impact at LILA

Lila is seeking a Controls Engineer on our Sustaining Engineering team to support the reliability and lifecycle performance of automated scientific equipment across our lab operations environment. This role works on deployed automation systems, including integrated robotics, PLCs, SCADA, instrumentation, and connected equipment.

You will troubleshoot multi-disciplinary issues, maintain and improve controls infrastructure, and support upgrades that keep laboratory workflows running reliably. The work spans incident response, preventive maintenance, root cause analysis, vendor software integration, documentation, and system lifecycle management.

This is an execution-focused engineering role for someone who enjoys hands-on problem solving in complex lab automation environments. Success means improving uptime, reducing recurring faults, and helping automation systems become safer, more reliable, and easier to maintain over time.

What You'll Be Building

  • Maintain and improve deployed PLC, SCADA, and robotics control systems.
  • Troubleshoot incidents across controls, robotics, instrumentation, networking, and integrated equipment.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement fixes that reduce recurring faults.
  • Update wrappers connecting third-party equipment and vendor software to controls systems.
  • Sustain PLC-based safety systems for equipment, robotics, and conveyance workflows.
  • Plan preventive maintenance, patching, backups, upgrades, and component lifecycle work.
  • Keep P&IDs, wiring schematics, control narratives, and IO lists current.
  • Track uptime, MTBF, MTTR, and recurring faults to guide reliability improvements.

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • 2 to 5+ years supporting, maintaining, or troubleshooting automated control systems.
  • Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and related automation platforms.
  • Experience with OT networking, including routing, security groups, VPNs, or similar systems.
  • Experience using Git or equivalent version control for engineering artifacts.
  • Ability to create and maintain engineering documents using AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar tools.
  • Experience with robotics integration, structured text, or related automation programming.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, networking, and integrated equipment.

Bonus Points For

  • Ignition experience or Ignition Gold Certification.
  • Structured text, TwinCAT, Python, C++, or similar programming experience.
  • Experience with OPC-UA, MQTT, REST APIs, or related communication protocols.
  • Familiarity with safety classifications such as SIL or PL.
  • Experience with reliability methods such as FMEA, CAPA, RCM, or preventive maintenance strategy.

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