Lab Instrumentation & Automation Engineer

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

Job summary

Abbott in Madison, WI seeks a technician to diagnose and repair enterprise laboratory instruments and automation systems, perform preventive maintenance, and maintain GDP/compliant documentation.

You will collaborate across teams and vendors, escalate complex issues, and contribute to continuous improvement through SOPs and workflow optimizations. The role requires flexibility, strong attention to quality, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics or related field; or Associate degree with 2 years of relevant experience
• Experience interpreting mechanical parts and assembly drawings
• Experience with electrical circuits/diagrams and using multimeters/analyzers

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and resolve failures on instrumentation and automation systems
• Escalate unresolved issues to senior staff and support corrective actions
• Conduct preventative maintenance and calibration to ensure performance
• Document service activities in alignment with GDP and regulatory standards

Job description

Abbott in Madison, WI seeks a technician to diagnose and repair enterprise laboratory instruments and automation systems, perform preventive maintenance, and maintain GDP/compliant documentation.

You will collaborate across teams and vendors, escalate complex issues, and contribute to continuous improvement through SOPs and workflow optimizations. The role requires flexibility, strong attention to quality, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.