Automation Jobs in Connecticut
Automation jobs in Connecticut are concentrated in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and life sciences, with demand for controls engineers, PLC programmers, and robotics technicians at every level from entry to senior. The strongest hiring markets are Hartford, Bridgeport, and New Haven, where employers like Sikorsky Aircraft, Pratt & Whitney, and Cigna maintain long-standing operations and ongoing automation buildouts. The most in-demand specialties in Connecticut are industrial automation, process control, and systems integration, reflecting the state's deep manufacturing and precision-engineering base. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.
Labcorp is seeking a Lead Software QA Engineer, Robotics and Automation to join our team at our 1302 Hall Boulevard location in Bloomfield, CT!
Work Schedule: This is a full time, exempt (salaried) position assigned to a First Shift schedule, with standard business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. Business needs may occasionally require flexibility in work hours, including earlier, later, or additional hours, with reasonable notice provided when possible.
Work Authorization: This position requires permanent authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship (including H-1B, OPT/CPT, EAD, or other temporary work authorization) is not available.
Job Responsibilities
Software Quality Assurance & Release Validation
- Execute pre-release test plans for software builds prior to transfer to the independent QA organization.
- Develop scripts and tools supporting functional, regression, integration, and system testing activities.
- Identify, document, track, and verify software defects through resolution.
- Collaborate with software engineers to reproduce issues and validate corrective actions.
- Provide release readiness recommendations to Software Development leadership.
Unit Testing & Quality Metrics
- Review unit test coverage across software components and identify validation gaps.
- Develop and maintain unit tests for critical software modules.
- Establish unit test coverage metrics and incorporate coverage targets into release readiness criteria.
- Utilize AI-assisted tools to support unit test review, generation, and coverage analysis.
Cybersecurity Validation
- Perform static code analysis, dynamic application testing, dependency scanning, and vulnerability assessments.
- Validate secure deployment processes, credential management controls, network configurations, and system access controls.
- Assess software and equipment for unintended services, open ports, and cybersecurity risks.
- Evaluate cybersecurity considerations associated with third-party software and hardware integrations.
- Utilize AI-assisted tools to support cybersecurity analysis and compliance validation activities.
Automation Equipment Testing & Troubleshooting
- Operate production-equivalent Alpha laboratory automation systems.
- Perform system startup, shutdown, and troubleshooting activities.
- Execute representative production workflows to validate software behavior under operating conditions.
- Troubleshoot issues involving robotics, machine vision systems, barcode printers and readers, pneumatic systems, VFD-controlled conveyors, sensors, and serial communication devices.
- Partner with hardware and controls engineering teams to diagnose software, hardware, and integration-related issues.
Process Development
- Develop, document, and maintain repeatable pre-release testing processes and standards.
- Define workflows, documentation requirements, and validation procedures for the pre-release testing function.
- Establish release handoff criteria and documentation standards for the independent QA organization.
- Recommend and implement testing frameworks, tools, and processes supporting robotics and automation environments.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 5 or more years of experience; or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 3 or more years of experience.
- 3 or more years of experience developing test automation tools using Python, Java, C#, C++, or similar programming languages.
- 3 or more years of experience creating, executing, and maintaining functional, integration, regression, or system-level software test plans.
- 3 or more years of experience reviewing, developing, or maintaining unit tests within a software development lifecycle.
- 2 or more years of experience using AI-enabled tools to support software testing, unit test coverage analysis, code review, or quality validation activities.
- 2 or more years of experience performing static code analysis, dynamic application testing, dependency scanning, vulnerability assessment, or cybersecurity validation activities.
- 2 or more years of experience supporting software deployment or release processes for embedded systems, automation systems, or equipment-controlled software.
- 2 or more years of experience troubleshooting integrated software and hardware systems.
- 1 or more years of experience operating, testing, or validating automated equipment, robotics systems, industrial controls, or comparable electromechanical systems.
- 2 or more years of experience using defect tracking platforms such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or equivalent systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 1 or more years of experience performing software quality assurance, software test engineering, or software engineering activities.
- 5 or more years of experience performing software quality assurance, software test engineering, or software engineering activities supporting complex software systems.
- 3 or more years of experience supporting laboratory automation, medical device, industrial automation, robotics, or regulated manufacturing environments.
- 3 or more years of experience validating software in environments operating under FDA, ISO 13485, or comparable quality management systems.
- 3 or more years of experience using AI-enabled tools for cybersecurity analysis, vulnerability assessment, secure deployment validation, or software quality improvement activities.
- 3 or more years of experience testing or troubleshooting systems integrating machine vision technologies, barcode printing and scanning systems, pneumatic actuators, VFD-controlled equipment, sensors, and serial communication protocols.
- 2 or more years of experience developing or maintaining automated testing frameworks.
- 2 or more years of experience evaluating cybersecurity risks associated with third-party hardware and software integrations.
Additional Job Standards
- Demonstrated attention to detail when performing software validation and defect analysis activities.
- Ability to establish structure, processes, and documentation within a newly created function.
- Ability to communicate technical findings to software engineers, controls engineers, quality teams, and management.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across software, hardware, controls, and quality organizations.
- Ability to prioritize testing activities across multiple software releases and projects.
- Understanding of software quality assurance methodologies and software development lifecycle practices.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles applicable to software-controlled equipment and automation systems.
About the Role
This is a newly created position responsible for building and leading a pre-release software validation function within Software Development. The role combines software quality assurance, unit testing oversight, cybersecurity validation, process development, and hands-on operation of laboratory automation equipment. Success in this role includes establishing a repeatable pre-release testing process, implementing measurable quality standards, validating software releases prior to independent QA testing, and effectively diagnosing issues spanning software, hardware, and system integrations.
This position requires regular hands-on work within a laboratory automation and production-emulation environment in addition to standard computer-based work. Potential career progression opportunities may include Software Development roles.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
We encourage all to apply
If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement.
Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.
Labcorp is seeking a Lead Software QA Engineer, Robotics and Automation to join our team at our 1302 Hall Boulevard location in Bloomfield, CT!
Work Schedule: This is a full time, exempt (salaried) position assigned to a First Shift schedule, with standard business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. Business needs may occasionally require flexibility in work hours, including earlier, later, or additional hours, with reasonable notice provided when possible.
Work Authorization: This position requires permanent authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship (including H-1B, OPT/CPT, EAD, or other temporary work authorization) is not available.
Job Responsibilities
Software Quality Assurance & Release Validation
- Execute pre-release test plans for software builds prior to transfer to the independent QA organization.
- Develop scripts and tools supporting functional, regression, integration, and system testing activities.
- Identify, document, track, and verify software defects through resolution.
- Collaborate with software engineers to reproduce issues and validate corrective actions.
- Provide release readiness recommendations to Software Development leadership.
Unit Testing & Quality Metrics
- Review unit test coverage across software components and identify validation gaps.
- Develop and maintain unit tests for critical software modules.
- Establish unit test coverage metrics and incorporate coverage targets into release readiness criteria.
- Utilize AI-assisted tools to support unit test review, generation, and coverage analysis.
Cybersecurity Validation
- Perform static code analysis, dynamic application testing, dependency scanning, and vulnerability assessments.
- Validate secure deployment processes, credential management controls, network configurations, and system access controls.
- Assess software and equipment for unintended services, open ports, and cybersecurity risks.
- Evaluate cybersecurity considerations associated with third-party software and hardware integrations.
- Utilize AI-assisted tools to support cybersecurity analysis and compliance validation activities.
Automation Equipment Testing & Troubleshooting
- Operate production-equivalent Alpha laboratory automation systems.
- Perform system startup, shutdown, and troubleshooting activities.
- Execute representative production workflows to validate software behavior under operating conditions.
- Troubleshoot issues involving robotics, machine vision systems, barcode printers and readers, pneumatic systems, VFD-controlled conveyors, sensors, and serial communication devices.
- Partner with hardware and controls engineering teams to diagnose software, hardware, and integration-related issues.
Process Development
- Develop, document, and maintain repeatable pre-release testing processes and standards.
- Define workflows, documentation requirements, and validation procedures for the pre-release testing function.
- Establish release handoff criteria and documentation standards for the independent QA organization.
- Recommend and implement testing frameworks, tools, and processes supporting robotics and automation environments.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 5 or more years of experience; or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 3 or more years of experience.
- 3 or more years of experience developing test automation tools using Python, Java, C#, C++, or similar programming languages.
- 3 or more years of experience creating, executing, and maintaining functional, integration, regression, or system-level software test plans.
- 3 or more years of experience reviewing, developing, or maintaining unit tests within a software development lifecycle.
- 2 or more years of experience using AI-enabled tools to support software testing, unit test coverage analysis, code review, or quality validation activities.
- 2 or more years of experience performing static code analysis, dynamic application testing, dependency scanning, vulnerability assessment, or cybersecurity validation activities.
- 2 or more years of experience supporting software deployment or release processes for embedded systems, automation systems, or equipment-controlled software.
- 2 or more years of experience troubleshooting integrated software and hardware systems.
- 1 or more years of experience operating, testing, or validating automated equipment, robotics systems, industrial controls, or comparable electromechanical systems.
- 2 or more years of experience using defect tracking platforms such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or equivalent systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 1 or more years of experience performing software quality assurance, software test engineering, or software engineering activities.
- 5 or more years of experience performing software quality assurance, software test engineering, or software engineering activities supporting complex software systems.
- 3 or more years of experience supporting laboratory automation, medical device, industrial automation, robotics, or regulated manufacturing environments.
- 3 or more years of experience validating software in environments operating under FDA, ISO 13485, or comparable quality management systems.
- 3 or more years of experience using AI-enabled tools for cybersecurity analysis, vulnerability assessment, secure deployment validation, or software quality improvement activities.
- 3 or more years of experience testing or troubleshooting systems integrating machine vision technologies, barcode printing and scanning systems, pneumatic actuators, VFD-controlled equipment, sensors, and serial communication protocols.
- 2 or more years of experience developing or maintaining automated testing frameworks.
- 2 or more years of experience evaluating cybersecurity risks associated with third-party hardware and software integrations.
Additional Job Standards
- Demonstrated attention to detail when performing software validation and defect analysis activities.
- Ability to establish structure, processes, and documentation within a newly created function.
- Ability to communicate technical findings to software engineers, controls engineers, quality teams, and management.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across software, hardware, controls, and quality organizations.
- Ability to prioritize testing activities across multiple software releases and projects.
- Understanding of software quality assurance methodologies and software development lifecycle practices.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles applicable to software-controlled equipment and automation systems.
About the Role
This is a newly created position responsible for building and leading a pre-release software validation function within Software Development. The role combines software quality assurance, unit testing oversight, cybersecurity validation, process development, and hands-on operation of laboratory automation equipment. Success in this role includes establishing a repeatable pre-release testing process, implementing measurable quality standards, validating software releases prior to independent QA testing, and effectively diagnosing issues spanning software, hardware, and system integrations.
This position requires regular hands-on work within a laboratory automation and production-emulation environment in addition to standard computer-based work. Potential career progression opportunities may include Software Development roles.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
We encourage all to apply
If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance using our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or needs an accommodation, please visit our accessibility site or contact us at Labcorp Accessibility. For more information about how we collect and store your personal data, please see our Privacy Statement.
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation jobs across Connecticut.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience programming PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi platforms
- Proficiency with SCADA systems, HMI configuration, and industrial networking protocols
- Experience with robotics integration, motion control, or automated assembly systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&ID diagrams, and mechanical drawings
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodology, or continuous improvement practices
Automation Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a automation in Connecticut?
Most automation roles in Connecticut require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering, though associate degree holders with strong PLC and controls experience are hired in technician-level positions. Connecticut does not issue a state-specific license for automation engineers, but roles in aerospace and defense often require security clearances coordinated through the employer. Building hands-on experience through co-ops, internships, or apprenticeships with Connecticut manufacturers strengthens a candidate's profile considerably.
Which companies hire automations in Connecticut?
Companies currently hiring automations in Connecticut include Abel Womack, JLL, and Siemens, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Connecticut's aerospace, defense, and precision manufacturing sectors make it one of the more active states for controls and robotics talent.
Which Connecticut cities have the most automation jobs?
Hartford, Bloomfield, and Berlin have the most automation openings in Connecticut. Hartford anchors the market through its aerospace and insurance-technology employers, while Bridgeport and New Haven benefit from a dense cluster of manufacturing facilities, defense contractors, and university-affiliated research operations that generate steady demand for controls and robotics professionals.
Are there remote automation jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, but they're rare. Most automation work requires physical presence on a production floor, lab, or customer site, so remote roles are the exception rather than the rule. About 50% of automation openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve application engineering, project management, or software-side controls work rather than hands-on commissioning or maintenance.
How can I get hired as a automation in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to automation technician or junior controls engineer roles at Connecticut's mid-size manufacturers, where competition is lower than at large defense contractors. Sikorsky, Pratt & Whitney, and Cigna run co-op and new-grad programs worth targeting directly. Community colleges like Naugatuck Valley and Three Rivers offer automation and mechatronics certificates that Connecticut employers recognize. Candidates coming from adjacent roles in electrical maintenance, CNC operation, or field service have a natural transition point and often get interview priority.
Where can I find and apply to automation jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to automation jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through the listings.
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