Lab Automation Engineer San Francisco - CA - California

Role Descriptions: Qualifications & Skills

Core Technical Experience

Education: Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, ElectricalSystems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

LabCritical Facilities Expertise: 6+ years of experience designing lab automation solutions for research environments (R&D labs, life sciences, pharmaceutical facilities, or cleanrooms).

IoT & Protocols: Deep practical experience with IoT edge gateways, time-series data management, industrial protocol converters, and high-frequency sensor ingestion.

AI & Data Pipelines: Hands-on experience deploying AIML models on time-series telemetry (e.g., predictive analytics for critical lab equipment).

Enterprise integrations: Experience integrating CMMS, ERP, and EDMS data with smart building platforms

Programming & Cloud: Proficient in Python, CC++, Node.js, or Go strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS IoT Core, Azure IoT Hub, Google Cloud).

Specialized Knowledge & Soft Skills

Strong understanding of Lab EHS standards, specialized ventilation requirements (ACH, differential pressure), and containment protocols.

Strong knowledge of OperationsIT security convergence, including network isolation (VLANs, Purdue Model, Zero Trust).

Proven ability to collaborate with scientific researchers, facility engineers, enterprise IT directors, and hardware vendors.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing digital tools for research facilities and equipment asset management (eg: Digital Twins, advanced analytics)

Certifications in AWSAzure Cloud Architecture, Certified IoT Professional, or TOGAF.

Desirable Skills:

Keyword:

Skills: EIS : Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Experience Required: 6-8