Staff Controls Engineer at Danaher Corporation

Newark, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Life Sciences, Diagnostics, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of related work experience OR Master’s degree in field with 6+ years of related work experience OR Doctoral degree in field with 3+ years of work experience
In-depth PLC program design and development Rockwell software (RS Logix, FactoryTalk), and Vision Inspection Systems (Cognex) experience
In-depth experience with Ignition’s both Perspective and Vision modules, Database (PostgreSQL and MySQL) management, python scripting and Ignition historian module
Experience working various device interfaces like DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, TCP, UDP, MQTT, SECS/GEM, REST APIs etc
Experience in implementing and managing complex on-prem and cloud architecture for Ignition SCADA system
Ability to travel up to ~15%, including overnight stays as needed, to other company sites, or manufacturing facilities of equipment builders. International travel may be required depending on project scope

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of automation software components
Design, configure, implement, and maintain Ignition SCADA systems for manufacturing processes and equipment
Collaborate with IT team to implement cybersecurity measures to protect controls and SCADA systems from cyber threats and ensure data integrity and system reliability
Stay current on industry advancements and best practices in controls and SCADA technologies to proactively identify opportunities for system enhancements and upgrades
Be part of the full Project development lifecycle (including, architecture, design, implementation, review, validation, support, version control using GitLab)
As an expert in Ignition and Controls, be a mentor to other engineers in the team
Design custom automation equipment & develop programs for SCADA (Ignition), PLCs, HMIs, and all required ancillary devices
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to Controls and SCADA systems design and operation
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SCADA system performance, communication protocols and data acquisition

Skills

Ignition SCADA

SCADA

Automation Controls

Cybersecurity

PLC

Manufacturing Automation

Project Lifecycle

System Integration

Controls Engineering

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters

1969Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.

Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.

Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.

The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.

Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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