Lead Automation Engineering Technician (Automation)

Location: On-site in Lodi, California, United States

Salary: $81,500–$95,000 annual salary, plus eligibility for bonus or incentive pay.

Company

Develops molecular diagnostic systems and tests as part of a global life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology organization.

What you will do

• Execute engineering experiments, process development activities, and validation studies for new product introductions and existing assembly processes.
• Support validation runs on new equipment and processes.
• Coordinate engineering, validation, and component testing with raw material supply, manufacturing, and test engineering teams.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment in production or development environments.
• Analyze results, document findings, and recommend improvements to processes, procedures, protocols, and equipment performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience as an automation technician, process engineering technician, R&D technician, or in a similar manufacturing support role.
• Experience supporting engineering experiments, process development, equipment troubleshooting, validation activities, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work on-site in Lodi, California.

Nice to have

• Associate degree in engineering technology, manufacturing technology, or a related technical field.
• Experience with process development, validation, and automated assembly equipment in biomedical device or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with plastic components, component testing, and data collection and analysis for engineering investigations and process improvements.

Culture & Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) benefits for eligible employees.
• Comprehensive benefits supporting professional and personal well-being.