Process Development – Automation Engineer II

Exact Sciences

Process Development & Automation Engineer II managing technical support for process automation in a cancer study lab. Collaborating across teams to enhance workflows and develop new automated systems.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeRedwood City • Arizona, California, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $95,000 - $156,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

coordinates, manages, implements, and provides technical engineering support for a variety of process automation hardware, software applications, and laboratory instruments
works and collaborates cross functionally with internal and external partners to enhance existing workflows and develop new automated workflows
assists teams in the process of selecting automation, system design, integration, commissioning, and project documentation
applies defined protocols and procedures; conducts moderate level testing activities and data analysis
applies technical knowledge to develop company products and to recommend product enhancements
able to troubleshoot anomalies
conducts moderately complex engineering design, platform eligibility testing, systems integration, or performance testing
trains others on the proper use of Exact Sciences equipment
exercises independent judgment in obtaining solutions
present, organize and convey problems or issues across functional areas
assists in preparing information for design documentation and design reviews
contributes as team member to meet pre-defined goals
learns and builds knowledge of products, company, business, and industry
maintains records and follows laboratory procedures to meet regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; or Associates degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, or similar field with 2 years of relevant industry experience
basic knowledge of engineering theories, practices and procedures
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation
2-3 years custom automation controls related experience, including but not limited to ladder logic programming with Rockwell Studio 5000
Technical proficiency and experience in automation and system development and integration in a laboratory environment
experience working in a CAP/CLIA and/or other regulated production environment
working knowledge of database, laboratory information management systems, and other file management applications
SCADA/MES system and integration knowledge
program troubleshooting and triage
automation vision system programming, adjustment and troubleshooting
working knowledge of HMI programming software
custom automation network integration

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time)
paid leave for parents and caregivers
a retirement savings plan
wellness support
health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

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Hard Skills & Tools

ladder logic programmingRockwell Studio 5000automation system developmentsystems integrationengineering designperformance testingprogram troubleshootingautomation vision system programmingHMI programmingcustom automation network integration

Soft Skills

collaborationproblem-solvingindependent judgmentcommunicationteamworkorganizational skillsdata analysistrainingadaptabilityattention to detail