Automation Engineer

US - TX - Austinfull timeOn Site

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$107k–$133k

H1B: yes

Natera The Automation Engineer at Natera focuses on deployment, optimization, and support of automated systems including liquid handlers and analytical instruments. This role involves troubleshooting, development, and managing medium-complexity engineering projects independently.

Responsibilities

Operate as a semi-autonomous individual contributor within Production Engineering
Deploy liquid handling robotics for capacity expansion
Perform defined continuous improvement projects and report to project leader or manager
Contribute to Stabilize / Standardize / Optimize projects from intake through execution
Handle complex troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance
Provide 2nd-tier support to the Service Engineering team
Perform assignments following SOPs
Support technical work independently on medium-complexity scope projects
Assist with performance qualification (PQ) and verification activities
Draft SOPs and work instructions
Contribute to the Production Engineering documentation library
Continuously learn and build technical knowledge across platforms and assays

Qualification

Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in EngineeringRequired Knowledge & SkillsExperience supporting verificationExperience working with LIMS systemsWorking knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11

Required

Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field.
2–5 years of experience in laboratory automation engineering, with hands-on experience in lab automation troubleshooting and development.
Required Knowledge & Skills
Understanding of diagnostic laboratory workflows, instrumentation, and software.
Proficiency in lab automation controlling software and scheduling software; learning applicable supporting software tools (e.g., Python).
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols meticulously.
Strong knowledge of GDP and regulatory requirements.
Excellent organizational and communication skills for managing multiple projects.
Ability to travel between local Austin sites (within ~1 mile) to support multiple labs.

Preferred

Background in NGS and/or clinical laboratories (e.g., extraction, library preparation, or sequencing workflows).
Hands-on experience programming and operating liquid handlers—especially Tecan, Hamilton, Biomek, and/or Cellario.
Experience contributing to capacity-expansion deployments of liquid handlers in a production environment.
Familiarity with workcell controlling / scheduling software (e.g., Cellario, GBG).
Familiarity with sequencing / long-read platforms and related lab equipment.
Experience supporting verification, validation, and PQ activities for automated methods.
Experience working with LIMS systems.
Working knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, and CLIA requirements.

Benefits

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401(k)

Company

Natera

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