Engineer II - Robotic Lab Automation

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics.

Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

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The Engineer II – Robotic Lab Automation is a laboratory-based position within the Research & Development Innovative Core Solutions Team focused on supporting automation solutions for new product development testing of flow cytometry antibody reagents. This role is ideal for a highly motivated individual with a strong interest in laboratory automation, engineering, and biological sciences. The successful candidate will assist in the implementation, optimization, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated laboratory workflows and equipment.

Working closely with scientists, engineers, and automation specialists, this individual will help translate laboratory processes into automated solutions that improve efficiency, throughput, and data quality. The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in robotics, liquid handling systems, workflow automation, and assay development within a collaborative and innovative environment. The Engineer II – Robotic Lab Automation will contribute to automation method development, support daily operation of laboratory automation platforms, and participate in evaluating new technologies that enhance current workflows.

• Support the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated laboratory workcells and associated equipment.
• Perform routine instrument checks, cleaning, calibration coordination, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with scientists and senior automation engineers to understand laboratory workflow requirements and assist with development of automated solutions.
• Support execution and optimization of automated methods to improve laboratory efficiency, throughput, and reproducibility.
• Participate in programming and testing of liquid handling and laboratory automation systems.
• Assist in identifying workflow bottlenecks and opportunities for process improvement.
• Support implementation and evaluation of new automation technologies and platform enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality Control, R&D, Engineering, Informatics, and external vendors.
• Assist with integration and validation of automation hardware and software components.
• Support development and maintenance of documentation…