Process Development & Automation Engineer II (SCADA Engineer)

Abbott Laboratories • Madison, WI

2d • $61,300 - $122,700

About The Position

The Process Development and Automation Engineer II provides technical engineering support for laboratory automation, equipment, and data systems within a complex clinical laboratory environment. This role supports the implementation, integration, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automation solutions, including PLC-based systems, SCADA/AVEVA platforms, and related data and reporting tools. The Engineer II collaborates cross-functionally to support system design, validation, commissioning, and ongoing operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field and 3+ years relevant industry experience; or Associates degree in Engineering, Technology, Electronics, or similar field with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years of experience in building automation systems.
• 2+ years of experience developing and commissioning automated systems.
• Possesses advanced knowledge of engineering theories, practices and procedures and applies this knowledge and skills to complete assignments.
• Experience working with middleware devices, PC knowledge, and networking and interface protocols.
• Experience integrating databases with automated systems.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Rockwell PLC programming (Studio 5000).
• AVEVA/Wonderware, Ignition, Historian, Insight, or SCADA experience.
• SQL, databases, and industrial data systems.
• Rockwell HMI development and troubleshooting
• Automation networking and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for AVEVA implementation, expansion, and sustainment across automation systems.
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC-based data collection and integration solutions.
• Configure, validate, and support AVEVA, Historian, Insight, and associated reporting systems.
• Partner cross-functionally with teams to ensure accurate automation performance data.
• Design and implement automation data structures, tags, state models, downtime tracking, fault monitoring, and KPI reporting.
• Support commissioning, SAT, go-live, and lifecycle management of new automation systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using equipment performance and reliability data.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to improve visibility into throughput, downtime, MTTR, MTBF, and OEE metrics.
• Support AVEVA verification activities and ensure system compliance in regulated laboratory environments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level