Automation & Proc Ctrl Engineer

Job Title: Automation & Proc Ctrl Engineer

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $40.00/hr $50.00/hr (W2)

Job ID: 372568

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking an Automation & Process Control Engineer to support execution, stabilization, and enablement of laboratory automation workflows within the Predictive Safety Center (PSC). The role focuses on Hamilton-based liquid handling systems. The engineer will partner with PSC laboratory users to design, validate, and support automated methods and day-to-day operations. This is an onsite position in Indianapolis, IN with a 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 1-hour lunch break. Virtual screening and onsite interviews are required. Resume review is required. Non-local or remote candidates will not be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, validate, and maintain Hamilton automation protocols (primarily Venus) including Genera scheduling where applicable to support PSC workflows.


• Develop and validate new automated methods for lab assays, including protocol design, optimization, validation, and documentation aligned with PSC standards.


• Provide hands-on technical support to laboratory users as a first-line automation expert for routine operation, troubleshooting, and workflow adaptation, especially for newly deployed Hamilton systems.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues across software, hardware, and integrated workcells to ensure reliable execution, error recovery, and minimal downtime.


• Monitor system performance and uptime, identify failure modes and bottlenecks, and implement improvements for robustness and throughput.


• Partner with PSC automation specialists and focal points to manage changes and drive continuous improvement of automated workflows.


• Identify and implement technologies and enhancements that increase efficiency, quality, reproducibility, and scalability of automation methods.


• Support protocol standardization, user guidance, and best practices for automation use within PSC.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.


• 3+ years developing, validating, and supporting automated methods for laboratory workflows, including validation concepts and laboratory documentation.


• 3+ years hands-on experience with Hamilton liquid handling platforms, including Venus protocol development, debugging, and execution.


• Advanced proficiency in Hamilton Venus (Level 2 or higher). Experience with Genera or similar scheduling tools.


• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues across software, hardware, and lab operations.


• Hands-on experience operating and supporting integrated workcells with liquid handlers, robotic arms, and peripherals.


• Comfort working directly with bench scientists and adapting methods to real-world lab processes.


• Strong organizational skills, documentation rigor, and change management discipline.


• Ability to work independently while coordinating across multiple stakeholders.


• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with integrated scheduling and orchestration tools in lab automation environments.


• Experience standardizing protocols and authoring user guides or best practices for automation.

Additional Details:

• Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., 1-hour lunch.


• Interview Process: Virtual screening plus onsite.


• Medical Surveillance: Potentially required due to laboratory setting.


• Allergen Exposure: Potential exposure in laboratory setting.


• Driving: Not required.


• Onsite Only: Non-local or remote candidates will not be considered.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.


• Opportunities for growth with global clients.


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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