Danaher Life Sciences
Overview
The Senior Automation/Controls Engineer for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for technical contributions focusing on state of the art and innovative automation solutions including equipment development, controls, and design through implementation for global operations. The primary role would include large scale automated equipment related to filling, capping, labeling, inspection, and advanced material handling functionality. This position is part of the Global system test and innovation engineering department located in Chaska MN and will be hybrid considering the multisite equipment deployment opportunities. You will be a part of the Equipment Automation team and report to the Automation Engineering Manager responsible for equipment automation design and implementation, as well as innovative process technologies for continuous improvement for global operations. If you thrive in an innovative technical role and want to work to build a world-class automation organization—read on.
Base pay range
$110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders such as Beckman factories, contracted equipment suppliers and internal teams to generate user requirement specifications (URS) and other supporting design documentation to facilitate quotes, design, fabrication, testing and installation of automated equipment; design large scale automation equipment to be used in various BEC manufacturing sites; and translate problems into technical solutions. Lead project execution, cost estimates, budget management, scheduling, design reviews, equipment installation & start-up, troubleshooting, documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Provide design review and technical support throughout project duration in areas of automation controls, software, and overall design architecture. Specific areas of design, programming, and troubleshooting include PLC’s, HMI’s, Robotics, Servo control, vision systems, AC/DC motors. Create controls/automation engineering standard work best practices to be utilized throughout equipment procurement, design, installation, and FAT/SAT process. These standards will then be used to collaborate with contracted automated equipment suppliers by developing automation concepts and providing architectural level design and digital connectivity. Develop automation related design calculations, experiments, and studies for new processes.
Essential Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applicable Mechatronics / Automation Engineering discipline and 5+ years of applicable experience; OR Master’s degree in field with 3+ years of experience. PLC programming experience with ladder logic & structured text. Experience with electromechanical systems including AC & DC motor drives, servo motors, HMIs, I/O hardware, machine vision and machine safety. Lead and participate in automation and equipment line debug while providing on-site installation and training as required by project specifications. Must be able to travel up to 30% to both Beckman and supplier/vendor sites.
Nice to have
Experience with Rockwell Automation ControlLogix family of programmable controllers. Hands-on experience with complex mechanical systems including CAD modeling. Digital integration leveraging PLC & SCADA systems including basic understanding of computer networking, TCP/IP, and industrial fieldbus architectures such as Ethernet I/P.
Benefits and notes
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. The salary range for this role is $110K-$140K. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The U.S. EEO posters are available here. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: 1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com.
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The Senior Automation/Controls Engineer for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for technical contributions focusing on state of the art and innovative automation solutions including equipment development, controls, and design through implementation for global operations. The primary role would include large scale automated equipment related to filling, capping, labeling, inspection, and advanced material handling functionality. This position is part of the Global system test and innovation engineering department located in Chaska MN and will be hybrid considering the multisite equipment deployment opportunities. You will be a part of the Equipment Automation team and report to the Automation Engineering Manager responsible for equipment automation design and implementation, as well as innovative process technologies for continuous improvement for global operations. If you thrive in an innovative technical role and want to work to build a world-class automation organization—read on.
Base pay range
$110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders such as Beckman factories, contracted equipment suppliers and internal teams to generate user requirement specifications (URS) and other supporting design documentation to facilitate quotes, design, fabrication, testing and installation of automated equipment; design large scale automation equipment to be used in various BEC manufacturing sites; and translate problems into technical solutions. Lead project execution, cost estimates, budget management, scheduling, design reviews, equipment installation & start-up, troubleshooting, documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Provide design review and technical support throughout project duration in areas of automation controls, software, and overall design architecture. Specific areas of design, programming, and troubleshooting include PLC’s, HMI’s, Robotics, Servo control, vision systems, AC/DC motors. Create controls/automation engineering standard work best practices to be utilized throughout equipment procurement, design, installation, and FAT/SAT process. These standards will then be used to collaborate with contracted automated equipment suppliers by developing automation concepts and providing architectural level design and digital connectivity. Develop automation related design calculations, experiments, and studies for new processes.
Essential Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applicable Mechatronics / Automation Engineering discipline and 5+ years of applicable experience; OR Master’s degree in field with 3+ years of experience. PLC programming experience with ladder logic & structured text. Experience with electromechanical systems including AC & DC motor drives, servo motors, HMIs, I/O hardware, machine vision and machine safety. Lead and participate in automation and equipment line debug while providing on-site installation and training as required by project specifications. Must be able to travel up to 30% to both Beckman and supplier/vendor sites.
Nice to have
Experience with Rockwell Automation ControlLogix family of programmable controllers. Hands-on experience with complex mechanical systems including CAD modeling. Digital integration leveraging PLC & SCADA systems including basic understanding of computer networking, TCP/IP, and industrial fieldbus architectures such as Ethernet I/P.
Benefits and notes
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. The salary range for this role is $110K-$140K. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The U.S. EEO posters are available here. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: 1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com.
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