Senior Automation Engineer- Innovative Core Solutions System Engineer

Senior Automation Engineer - Innovative Core Solutions System Engineer

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Job Description Summary

This is a critical role within the Research and Development based Innovative Core Solutions Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving automation solutions for Quality Control testing of flow cytometry antibody reagents specifically as the Automation Workcell owner for this testing segment. With a focus on bench science, this individual will work cross-functionally and be primarily responsible for implementing, optimizing, and maintaining robust and creative automation solutions. The position requires hands‑on experience with automation (e.g., Hamilton or other liquid handlers) and assay development as well as a familiarity or interest in biological sciences. This laboratory‑based position will ensure workflow coordination for method development and method support functions within the Lab Automation segment of the Innovative Core Solutions Team for consistent solutions across all deployed Automation Workcells. This position also requires an ability to think proactively and spearhead process improvements while also seeking and evaluating new technologies to apply to current work streams.

Responsibilities

• Manage automation workcells comprehensively, including robot teaching, coordinating field service engineers for calibrations / preventive maintenance, and overseeing all equipment components through regular cleaning, lubrication, and performance checks.
• Collaborate with scientists to understand laboratory protocols and translate them into automated workflows, while applying automation expertise to improve processes, troubleshoot procedures, and lead programming of new methods to expand throughput.
• Identify operational bottlenecks, evaluate new technologies, and work cross‑functionally to scale in‑vitro assays by multiple orders of magnitude, including vendor coordination for hardware integration and collaboration with software developers.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including training guides and verification reports, while providing ad hoc instrument troubleshooting, error recovery, and end‑user training through detailed work instructions.
• Manage equipment scheduling calendars, track critical metrics (uptime, downtime, usage), and provide regular performance reports to leadership to ensure optimal laboratory automation operations.

Minimum Requirements

Preferred Requirements

At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem‑solving, which are essential in the fast‑paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in‑office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work‑life balance. Remote or field‑based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID‑19. In some locations, testing for COVID‑19 may be available and / or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

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