Lead Lab Automation Engineer (24/7 Operations)

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC

Lewisville (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Lewisville, TX is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to oversee operation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of advanced lab automation equipment Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You will work with systems from Agilent Bravo to Hamilton Microlab Star and support dynamic scheduling and documentation.

The role requires independent prioritization, strong problem solving, and the ability to coordinate with vendors and lab leadership to minimize downtime and

Qualifications

Experience servicing automation systems and robotic arms.
Ability to investigate defects and test solutions.
Develop tests to validate system performance.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and repair automated equipment 24/7.
Perform software testing and validation.
Assess repair priorities and schedule maintenance.
Keep inventory of parts and materials efficiently.
Maintain detailed service records and calibrations.
Submit regular status reports to supervisors.
Coordinate with vendors for advanced training.

Skills

Automation expertise

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Team work

Scheduler software

Programming basics

Education

Associates Degree in automation or related

Bachelor's Degree in automation / engineering

High School Diploma with 10 years automation experience

Master's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Biomedical Engineering

Tools

Agilent Bravo

Formulatrix Tempest

BioNex Nanodrop

Tecan EvoWare and Fluent

Hamilton Microlab Star

Job description

The role requires independent prioritization, strong problem solving, and the ability to coordinate with vendors and lab leadership to minimize downtime and

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