Senior Automation Controls Engineer

Danaher Corporation

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Work type
On-site
Location
Newark, CALodi, CA
Salary
$140,000–$155,000 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Similar $156k
This role $148k
$117k most similar roles pay here $193k

This role pays less than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $136,716–$175,525 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $148k versus about $156k for comparable roles.

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About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation is a leading global science and technology innovator focused on biotechnology, diagnostics, and life sciences.

Danaher Corporation currently has 34 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $145,000–$172,500 across 30 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Automation Controls Engineer

The Senior Automation Controls Engineer joins the Systems Engineering group as an experienced individual contributor focused on high-volume manufacturing. This role involves designing, programming, testing, and troubleshooting PLC-based control systems, HMIs, and user interface software for automated equipment. The engineer will also implement vision inspection systems, support system commissioning, perform validation activities like IQ, OQ, and PQ, and participate in design reviews and cross-functional problem solving. Key technical requirements include proficiency with Rockwell RS Logix-5000, FactoryTalk, Cognex Designer (In-Sight, VisionPro), and industrial protocols such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, and OPC UA. The role requires experience with Fanuc robots, VFDs, servo systems, motion control, and IEC 61131-3 standards. This position addresses the technical challenge of ensuring reliable, compliant equipment performance within the life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology manufacturing sectors.

What you'll do

  • Design, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and HMI user interface software.
  • Implement and integrate machine vision inspection systems using Cognex In-Sight and VisionPro technologies.
  • Support system commissioning, equipment upgrades, and production troubleshooting for high-volume manufacturing.
  • Execute validation activities including IQ, OQ, and PQ in accordance with established standards.
  • Participate in design reviews, electrical design evaluations, and code reviews.
  • Develop and maintain control standards using IEC 61131-3 aligned PLC software.
  • Manage industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, and OPC UA.
  • Create detailed technical documentation for equipment qualification and system integration.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience, Master's with 3+ years, or a Doctoral degree with related experience.
  • Hands-on experience with PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting using Rockwell RS Logix-5000 and FactoryTalk.
  • Experience with Cognex Designer (In-Sight, VisionPro) and deep learning applications for vision inspection systems.
  • Proficiency in industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, and OPC UA.
  • Experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment, Fanuc robots, VFDs, servo systems, motion control, and safety I/O.
  • Ability to develop and implement controls standards using IEC 61131-3-aligned PLC software.
  • Strong background in software validation (IQ, OQ, PQ), equipment qualification, and detailed technical documentation.
  • Experience specifying and integrating control panels including PLCs, I/O, power supplies, safety components, drives, and networks.

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