Process Development Engineer I, Biobank Analytics Automation

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. seeks a Process Development Engineer I for Biobank Analytics Automation on-site in the PMP D department. You will operate, maintain, and improve automated biobanks handling millions of samples, partnering with sample management and IT teams.

You will develop and test scripts to automate data collection and monitoring, supporting inventory and workflow improvements in a fast-growing science-driven setting.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, or related engineering with 1–3 years of experience.
• Knowledge of laboratory automation, biobanking, or cold storage systems.
• Familiar with programming or scripting languages (Python, C#, Java, SQL).

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain automated biobanks and related systems.
• Collaborate with teams to keep biobanking tech running smoothly.
• Support automated sample handling, distribution, and inventory management.
• Document and analyze equipment performance against specs.
• Work with IT to optimize software interfaces and data platforms.
• Develop scripts to automate data collection and reporting.

Skills

Python

C#

Java

SQL

Education

BS/MS in Engineering

Tools

Automation systems

Job description

Process Development Engineer I, Biobank Analytics Automation

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Process Development Engineer I to join our Preclinical Manufacturing and Process Development (PMPD) department in an on-site capacity. In this role, you will help operate, maintain, and improve automated cold storage biobanks holding approximately 4.3 million research samples, while collaborating with sample management teams and IT groups.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

Discover your role:

• Operate, maintain, and repair automated low- and ultra-low-temperature biobanks, with guidance from senior team members
• Partner with sample management teams to keep automated biobanking technologies running and resolve technical issues quickly
• Support routine automated sample handling, distribution, and inventory management
• Document and analyze equipment performance to ensure systems stay within defined specifications
• Work with IT groups to maintain and optimize the software interfaces and data platforms that support sample management
• Develop and test scripts and applications that automate data collection, equipment monitoring, and reporting

This role requires:

• BS or MS in Mechanical, Computer, Electrical, or a related engineering field with 1–3 years of experience
• Working knowledge of laboratory automation, biobanking, or cold storage systems, including the control systems used in ultra-low temperature environments
• Knowledge of application development, including programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, C#, Java, or SQL)
• Ability to learn to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated biobanking systems, including robotic sample handling and associated software interfaces
• Foundational knowledge of research principles and of the design and implementation of automated systems
• Use data to inform decisions and improve workflows, work well across teams and learn quickly from senior colleagues
• Comfortable writing scripts or code to solve practical problems, enjoy hands‑on troubleshooting and keeping complex systems running
• Preferred: Hands‑on experience with laboratory robotics and automation platforms

We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief ("or lack thereof"), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/ . For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

• Location: Tarrytown, United States of America
• Location: Tarrytown, United States of America

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We invest in your health and stability so you can focus on making meaningful impact. Below is a highlight of benefit programs that may be available to you, depending on your country of employment, role, etc.

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

Global wellness support & benefits access

Paid time off, personal/flexibility hours and holiday leave