Senior Automation Engineer, Lab Process Development

Abbott Laboratories; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 99,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Madison, WI, seeks a Staff Engineer to lead automation development for histopathology operations and the deployment of digital pathology solutions. You will coordinate with operations, engineering, quality, IT, facilities, and vendors to drive automation projects in a regulated diagnostics setting.

The role emphasizes program execution, system integration, and validation, requiring organized, execution-focused engineers who can manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; or Associates degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, or similar field and 2 years of experience.
• 6+ years of experience in engineering or relevant industry.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate implementation activities for automation technologies in a regulated diagnostics environment.
• Manage project deliverables and schedule, ensuring alignment across workstreams.
• Support system integration and validation efforts for new technologies.
• Collaborate with laboratory operations, IT, facilities, QA, and vendors to deploy digital pathology and workflow improvements.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Project management

Independent execution

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associates degree in Engineering/Technology/Electronics

Tools

LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)

Database proficiency

Automation systems

Job description

Abbott Laboratories in Madison, WI, seeks a Staff Engineer to lead automation development for histopathology operations and the deployment of digital pathology solutions. You will coordinate with operations, engineering, quality, IT, facilities, and vendors to drive automation projects in a regulated diagnostics setting.

The role emphasizes program execution, system integration, and validation, requiring organized, execution-focused engineers who can manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders.