Lab Automation Technician | Robotics & Testing

Eurofins US Network; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

US work authorization

Job summary

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions in Groton, CT is seeking an Automation Technician to support laboratory automation initiatives in the Pressure Labs and High Throughput Screening Labs. This role suits someone pursuing a degree in automation, robotics, or engineering technology seeking hands-on industrial experience.

You will help implement, test, benchmark, troubleshoot, and optimize automation systems, document results, and communicate findings to scientists and engineers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in automation technology, mechatronics, robotics, engineering technology, computer science, or a related 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 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Familiarity with coding, automation software, or AI models; advanced expertise not required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities toward milestones.

Responsibilities

• Support automation activities within the Pressure Labs and High Throughput Screening Labs.
• Install, configure, test, and commission laboratory automation systems with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Benchmark, evaluate performance, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Track timelines and drive completion of milestones.
• Document procedures, test results, issues, and equipment performance.
• Suggest improvements to automated workflows and lab operations.
• Communicate status, risks, and recommendations to scientists, engineers, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Work independently with strong organization and accountability.

Skills

Automation technology

Mechatronics

Robotics

Engineering technology

Computer science

Safety in labs

Project coordination

Microsoft Office

Programming basics

Education

Pursuing or recently completed degree in automation technology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

Job description

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions in Groton, CT is seeking an Automation Technician to support laboratory automation initiatives in the Pressure Labs and High Throughput Screening Labs. This role suits someone pursuing a degree in automation, robotics, or engineering technology seeking hands-on industrial experience.

You will help implement, test, benchmark, troubleshoot, and optimize automation systems, document results, and communicate findings to scientists and engineers.