Lab Automation Technician – Robotics & Process Improvement

Eurofins; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Eurofins Scientific is seeking a motivated Automation Technician to support laboratory automation initiatives in the Pressure Labs and High Throughput Screening Labs, offering hands-on experience in automation, robotics, and related fields.

The role involves installing, testing, benchmarking, and optimizing automation systems, communicating progress to stakeholders, and driving milestones in a dedicated industrial setting near Groton, CT.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in automation technology, mechatronics, robotics, engineering technology, computer science, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of laboratory environments and safe work practices.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, creativity, and passion for automation.
• Strong organizational, time-management, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Familiarity with coding, automation software, or artificial intelligence models; advanced expertise is not required.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive work toward defined implementation milestones.

Responsibilities

• Support automation activities within the Pressure Labs and High Throughput Screening Labs.
• Work with equipment vendors and internal stakeholders to install, configure, test, and commission laboratory automation systems.
• Execute equipment benchmarking, performance evaluation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Track timelines and drive completion of implementation milestones.
• Document procedures, test results, issues, and equipment performance.
• Identify creative opportunities to improve automated workflows and laboratory operations.
• Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to scientists, engineers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Work independently while maintaining strong organization, accountability, and follow-through.

Job description

Eurofins Scientific is seeking a motivated Automation Technician to support laboratory automation initiatives in the Pressure Labs and High Throughput Screening Labs, offering hands-on experience in automation, robotics, and related fields.

The role involves installing, testing, benchmarking, and optimizing automation systems, communicating progress to stakeholders, and driving milestones in a dedicated industrial setting near Groton, CT.