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Automation Engineer

Natera· Product Engineering & Service
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Hybrid (Austin, TX)$106.7k - $133.4kFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Intermediate automation engineering role focused on deployment, optimization, and support of automated lab systems, with responsibilities including troubleshooting, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration across Stabilize, Standardize, and Optimize projects.

Responsibilities

  • Operate as a semi-autonomous individual contributor within Production Engineering.
  • Deploy liquid handling robotics for capacity expansion and assist with drafting deployment documentation.
  • Perform defined continuous improvement projects and own assigned work.
  • Contribute to Stabilize / Standardize / Optimize projects from intake through execution, including status updates and tracking.
  • Handle complex troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance; provide 2nd-tier service support.
  • Solve non-routine problems with some guidance.
  • Follow SOPs for assignments and support medium-complexity projects with guidance on high-complexity scope.
  • Assist with PQ and verification activities for new or updated automated methods.
  • Draft SOPs and work instructions; contribute to Production Engineering documentation library.
  • Learn across platforms and assays; use controlling, scheduling, and supporting software.
  • Be proficient with complex laboratory instruments and assays; develop medium-complexity solutions and know when to seek guidance.
  • Analyze and interpret test data for troubleshooting and development; document activities with GDP and change-control practices.
  • Adhere to lab safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally on medium-scale projects with Production, R&D, Quality, and vendors; provide primary floor support in workcell labs.
  • Participate in sprint meetings and group discussions; raise issues for continuous improvement.
  • Lead initiatives to improve Production Engineering efficiency with guidance.
  • Share progress through project tracking systems.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
  • 2–5 years of experience in laboratory automation engineering with hands-on troubleshooting and development

Skills

Required:Laboratory automation troubleshootingAutomation software and scheduling softwareDocumentation and GDPSOP draftingCommunication and project managementTravel to local Austin sites

Benefits

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; life and disability coverage
  • Free testing for employees and immediate families plus fertility care benefits
  • Pregnancy and baby bonding leave; 401k; commuter benefits; employee referral program
Last updated Sep 10, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Natera

A global leader in cfDNA testing

Dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Natera’s cell-free DNA tests help protect health and inform more personalized decisions about care.

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