Overnight Automation Support Engineer – Autonomous Lab

Ginkgo Bioworks Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,600 - 120,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company stock awards

Comprehensive benefits package

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Boston is seeking an Automation Engineer 2 dedicated to the Automation Support Applications team. This role involves managing the Autonomous Lab during overnight shifts, addressing user tickets, and performing instrument maintenance. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Life Sciences and have 4-7 years of relevant experience. The position supports lab automation and systems integration while offering competitive compensation and benefits including stock options and unlimited Paid Time Off.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in laboratory automation or related work.
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Primary owner of the Autonomous Lab during overnight hours.
• Execute recovery efforts with customers and diagnose failures.
• Lead investigations for software-hardware integration failures.

Skills

Proactive problem-solving mindset

Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

Customer-focused approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Job description

A leading biotechnology company in Boston is seeking an Automation Engineer 2 dedicated to the Automation Support Applications team. This role involves managing the Autonomous Lab during overnight shifts, addressing user tickets, and performing instrument maintenance. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Life Sciences and have 4-7 years of relevant experience. The position supports lab automation and systems integration while offering competitive compensation and benefits including stock options and unlimited Paid Time Off.