Automation Engineer — AI-Driven Lab & Robotics

Periodic Labs; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research lab in California is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to integrate lab workflows with cutting-edge automation technology. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to design and implement automated systems that enhance materials discovery. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in lab automation, programming skills (Python preferred), and a strong background in integrating complex data systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of materials research.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in lab automation, integration, or industrial automation software.
• Hands-on experience with robotic lab automation systems.
• Familiarity with databases and enterprise software integration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with bench scientists to translate experiments into integration specs.
• Design and build automated workcells for materials R&D.
• Develop instrument drivers that automate lab workflows.

Skills

Lab automation

Integration

Scripting

Robotic lab systems

Education

BS in EE/CS/ME/Controls or equivalent

Tools

Python

APIs

LIMS or MES

Job description

A leading research lab in California is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to integrate lab workflows with cutting-edge automation technology. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to design and implement automated systems that enhance materials discovery. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in lab automation, programming skills (Python preferred), and a strong background in integrating complex data systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of materials research.