Instrumentation & Automation Engineer I - Night Shift

Abbott; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an Equipment/Automation Engineer I to support existing equipment and help launch new equipment into Production within the corporate operations department. The role includes cross-functional collaboration, troubleshooting, and driving improvements to meet business objectives and patient needs.

The position requires hands-on engineering with strong communication skills, contributing to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; or Associates degree, with 2 years of experience.
• Possesses basic knowledge of engineering theories, practices and procedures and applies this knowledge and skills to complete assignments.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop process and procedures for building new equipment.
• Apply defined procedures to execute and document changes to existing equipment.
• Investigate problems, gather facts, analyze data, and draw accurate conclusions.
• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
• Support investigation of Non-Conforming Materials Reports to resolve quality issues.
• Support the building and testing of custom equipment.
• Participate as a team member on more complex improvement projects.
• Execute assigned tasks; manage time and competing priorities with guidance from leadership.
• Communicate project status; prepare and present written and oral reports.
• Follow procedures and maintain detailed records in accordance with FDA, ISO, CAP, CLIA requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a matrix organization.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work designated schedule.
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends, as needed.
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for < 5% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 80% of a typical working day.
• Ability to comply with all applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Ability to travel approximately 10% of working time for occasional training, out of state vendor site visits, and travel between Exact Sciences sites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Associates degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, or similar field with 2 years of experience

Job description

Abbott is seeking an Equipment/Automation Engineer I to support existing equipment and help launch new equipment into Production within the corporate operations department. The role includes cross-functional collaboration, troubleshooting, and driving improvements to meet business objectives and patient needs.

The position requires hands-on engineering with strong communication skills, contributing to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.