Controls & Automation Engineer

Danaher•New Brighton, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Engineer is responsible for leading the design, build, and integration of custom automated machinery and systems used in manufacturing. This role combines mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering expertise to deliver robust, compliant, and efficient automation solutions that meet stringent regulatory and quality standards. This position reports to the Sr. Process Engineering Manager and is part of the Process Engineering Team located in New Brighton, MN and will be an on-site role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.
6+ years of experience in machine design/build and automation within a regulated manufacturing environment (preferably medical devices or pharmaceuticals).
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
Demonstrated experience with robotics, vision systems, pneumatics, and motion control.
Excellent problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with machine shop tools and prototyping
Experience with cleanroom-compatible machine design.
Understanding of FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and equipment validation practices.
Familiarity with MES and SCADA integration.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Responsibilities

Design and develop custom automated equipment for medical device assembly, inspection, packaging, and testing.
Lead machine-building projects from concept through commissioning, including mechanical design, controls integration, and documentation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure correct equipment handoff to production teams as well as troubleshoot and optimize machine performance, ensuring reliability, safety, and ease of use.
Specify and source components including actuators, sensors, vision systems, robotics, and control panels.
Program and integrate control systems (PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers) for new and existing equipment.
Document machine designs and changes include mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, BOMs, and software versions.