Instrumentation/Automation Service Engineer I - OS

Abbott

Last Updated: 8/22/2026 4:10:00 PM

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Current Days Open
11
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$22.45 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$44.85 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
N/A
First Seen
8/6/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$22.45 (Hourly)
8/22/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$44.85 (Hourly)
8/22/2026

Full Job Description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Position Overview The Equipment/Automation Engineer I, within the corporate operations department, is primarily responsible for manufacturing support for existing equipment, and helping to launch new equipment into Production. This position will participate in a variety of engineering design functions, provide technical guidance to the production teams, triage failures, manage improvements, and ensure our machines are properly supported throughout their life. This position will work cross functionally with multiple departments to ensure that the business objectives and our customer needs are met. This position supports a collaborative environment that promotes positive teamwork where all members are working for the good of Abbott Cancer Diagnostics. This is an ideal role for a hands-on engineer with good communication skills looking to make an impact in the fight against cancer. Shifts: Saturday - Monday, 6:00 am - 6:30 pm CST and 6:00 pm - 6: 00 am. Essential Duties Include but are not limited to the following: Develop process and procedures for building new equipment. Apply defined procedures to execute and document changes to existing equipment. Investigate problems, gather facts, analyze data, and draw accurate conclusions. Assist with troubleshooting and repairing equipment. Support investigation of Non-Conforming Materials Reports to resolve quality issues. Support the building and testing of custom equipment. Participate as a team member on more complex improvement projects. Execute assigned tasks; manage time and competing priorities with guidance from leadership. Communicate project status; prepare and present written and oral reports. Follow procedures and maintain detailed records in accordance with FDA, ISO, CAP, CLIA requirements. Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a matrix organization. Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork. Support and comply with the companys Quality Management System policies and procedures. Regular and reliable attendance. Ability to work designated schedule. Ability to work nights and/or weekends, as needed. Ability to work overtime, as needed. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for < 5% of a typical working day. Ability to work in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 80% of a typical working day. Ability to comply with all applicable personal protective equipment requirements. Ability to travel approximately 10% of working time for occasional training, out of state vendor site visits, and travel between Exact Sciences sites. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field; or, in lieu of Bachelor's degree, Associates degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, or similar field with 2 years of experience. Possesses basic knowledge of engineering theories, practices and procedures and applies this knowledge and skills to complete assignments. Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. Demonstra ted ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation. Preferred Qualifications Experience in engineering or relevant life sciences / medical device industry. Experience working in manufacturing or engineering environments applying problem solving skills (e.g., Six Sigma, probability and statistics) and process improvement (e.g. Lean). Experience working in an FDA/cGMP/CAP/CLIA regulated production environment. The base pay for this position is $22.45 $44.85/hour In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Engineering DIVISION: ONCO Cancer Diagnostics LOCATION: United States > Madison : 1 Exact Lane ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter

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