Danaher Corporation · 3 months ago
Senior Staff Controls Engineer
Chaska, Minnesota, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expDanaher Corporation is a global science and technology innovator, and they are seeking a Senior Staff Controls Engineer for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics. This role focuses on developing innovative automation solutions for large-scale equipment, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsLife ScienceMedical
Responsibilities
Collaborate cross-functionally with Beckman factories and contracted suppliers to develop user requirement specifications (URS), automation concepts, and architectural-level designs for large-scale equipment
Lead end-to-end project execution, including budgeting, scheduling, design, implementation, installation, troubleshooting, and documentation, while ensuring regulatory compliance
Design and program industrial control systems, such as PLCs, robotics, HMIs, vision systems, and motion controls, and ensure supplier deliverables meet technical standards
Establish and promote controls engineering best practices across procurement, design, installation, and FAT/SAT processes, including quality reviews and technical studies
Communicate effectively with plant teams to support troubleshooting and translate operational challenges into technical solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Engineering or Mechatronics/Automation with 9+ years of experience, or Master's with 7+ years
Proficient in PLC programming (ladder logic & structured text), and experienced with AC/DC drives, servo motors, HMIs, machine vision, and safety systems
Skilled in managing automation projects, including debugging, installation, and training aligned with project specs
Strong written and verbal communication, capable of simplifying complex technical concepts for stakeholders
Demonstrates a proactive mindset for process optimization and problem-solving
Preferred
Hands-on experience with complex mechanical systems including CAD modeling
Experience with Rockwell Automation ControlLogix family of programmable controllers
Digital integration leveraging PLC & SCADA systems including basic understanding of computer networking, TCP/IP, and industrial fieldbus architectures such as Ethernet I/P
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Company
Danaher Corporation
Danaher is a leading global life sciences and diagnostics innovator, committed to accelerating the power of science and technology to improve human health.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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President & CEO
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President & CEO
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