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Principal Automation Engineer

Principal Automation Engineer

JobotLaguna Beach, CA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Ready to shape the next generation of clinical automation? Join a mission-driven team where your innovations directly impact patient care and scientific breakthroughs. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to engineer solutions that save lives.

This Jobot Job is hosted by : Brendan Thomas

Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume.

Salary : $130,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us :

Are you ready to take your automation expertise to the next level? We’re seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to lead groundbreaking innovation in clinical laboratory automation. This is your chance to design and implement cutting-edge solutions that directly accelerate advancements in patient care.

At our company, you won’t just be another engineer, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that is transforming the way life, changing diagnostics are delivered. Here, your work doesn’t just improve processes, it improves lives.

Why join us?

  • Purpose-Driven Work : Every project you touch will help improve patient outcomes and advance the fight against cancer and other critical diseases.
  • Career Growth : We invest in our people with career coaching, leadership development, and extensive training opportunities.
  • Comprehensive Benefits : Competitive health plans (HMO & PPO), 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition reimbursement, generous PTO (16+ days plus holidays), and wellness resources.
  • Collaborative Culture : Join a team that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning in a fast-paced, world-class environment.

Job Details

As the Principal Automation Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of designing, building, and optimizing automation for high-throughput clinical workflows. You will :

  • Engineer Next-Gen Workflows : Develop and implement automated solutions on advanced liquid handlers to support DNA / RNA extraction, Next-Gen Sequencing (NGS) library prep, and other molecular processes.
  • Innovate Across Teams : Partner with R&D, operations, and IT to create high-accuracy, scalable workflows that improve throughput and reliability.
  • Drive Integration : Connect automation platforms with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), ensuring seamless and secure data flow across multiple labs.
  • Advance Clinical Excellence : Contribute to assay development, validation plans, SOPs, and quality documentation to meet CAP / CLIA requirements.
  • Continuously Improve : Lead iterative design, testing, and refinement of automation workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce variability.
  • Be the Expert : Troubleshoot, optimize, and ensure long-term reliability of automated systems while mentoring peers and supporting multi-site deployments.
  • What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, engineering, biotechnology, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience developing automated molecular workflows on Hamilton or similar liquid handlers
  • Hands-on experience in CAP / CLIA-regulated laboratories
  • Strong background in molecular biology techniques, laboratory-developed tests (LDTs), or in vitro diagnostics (IVDs)
  • Proven success collaborating across R&D, clinical, and operations teams to deliver innovative solutions
  • Data-driven mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
  • Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

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    Company Description

    Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.

    Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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