Lab Automation Engineer

ADS BIOTEC is a leading Biotechnology company with headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska. We design and manufacture robotic instrumentation for laboratory automation in processing biological samples. We conduct research, development and production of related reagents for use in laboratory and pilot scale processes for biological, genetic and chromosomal analyses. As a member of our team, you will contribute to the design, development and production launch of these technology-leading products.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Participate in Product Life Cycle management activities from inception, through engineering design and manufacture, and after sale service and support.
2. Assist in the planning and execution of studies and testing required for product development, including investigative, feasibility, verification, validation and preparations for product launch.
3. Draft and review specifications, testing methods and protocols, instructions for use and other applicable product and instrument documentation.
4. Assist the Customer Support organization including control and depot maintenance of spare parts. 
5. Occasional travel (10%) for repair at customer sites on an emergency basis.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, life sciences, or equivalent form of associate degree (two-year college or technical school) combined with two or more years of related experience and/or training.  Fluid dynamics / liquid handling a plus. Laboratory experience using automated systems for analytical or diagnostic work such as HPLC, or similar complex lab systems is heavily preferred.
2. Ability to read and understand mechanical/electrical drawings/schematics.  Ability to succinctly prepare and present technical information as well as respond to technical inquiries.
3. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of calculus, trigonometry and geometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
4. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
5. Must have a valid driver’s license and passport.
6. Must pass a background check and drug test.

Benefits

Bonus pay based on company and group performance 

Employer matching 401K plan

Company subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision Healthcare

Basic term life, Short-term & Long-term disability insurance, and personal accident insurance

 About ADS BIOTEC INC

Our MISSION: Provide Instruments, Consumables & Services that Increase Productivity for Cytogenetic, Pathology, and Molecular Genetics in Clinical and Research Laboratories.

ADS Biotec, along with its parent company ADSTEC (Japan), is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of automated instruments and consumables for use in cytogenetic, pathology and research laboratories. Our technology and services enable our customers to increase productivity and throughput while maintaining a high degree of quality and consistency.