Electrical and Controls Engineer

Danaher•Lodi, CA

5d•$90,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cepheid, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, you’ll get to make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the world’s most complex health challenges. Together, we bring MORE change to the world. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The MFG Automation Engineer (Controls), is part of the Manufacturing Engineering team and will be located in Lodi, CA. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions. The role will be day shift working from 7:00am-3:30pm, Sunday - Thursday. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Perform reliability-centered maintenance activities for electrical systems, including Preventive, Predictive, and Condition-based programs such as Thermal Imaging, Ultrasound, Motor Testing, and Control loop evaluations. Execute, repair, and monitor key electrical and control processes, including Inspections, Testing & Maintenance (IT&M), and Electrical Safety protocols, while providing engineering feedback to improve automation performance. Support advanced troubleshooting and failure analysis (IFA) across control systems including sensors, PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision systems, servo and drive systems, motion controllers, heating systems, RTDs, MCCs, and thermal probes. Lead training efforts for Line Technicians by implementing electrical and control learning plans and supporting the development of job aids, OCAPs, SOPs, and one-point lessons (OPLs). Act as a Controls System Subject Matter Expert, partnering with cross-functional teams to refine standards, elevate system reliability, and promote continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science & Technology, Mechatronics, or related field with 2+ years of related experience
Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with electro-mechanical equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment, including Proficient with Allen-Bradley PLC

Nice To Haves

Experience with Servo systems, ControlLogix, Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence), and Epson Robots.
In-depth knowledge of SCADA systems (Ignition/Factory talk), Ladder Logic, Profibus, VB Script, RSLinx, HMIs - configuration, programming, testing, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Perform reliability-centered maintenance activities for electrical systems, including Preventive, Predictive, and Condition-based programs such as Thermal Imaging, Ultrasound, Motor Testing, and Control loop evaluations.
Execute, repair, and monitor key electrical and control processes, including Inspections, Testing & Maintenance (IT&M), and Electrical Safety protocols, while providing engineering feedback to improve automation performance.
Support advanced troubleshooting and failure analysis (IFA) across control systems including sensors, PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision systems, servo and drive systems, motion controllers, heating systems, RTDs, MCCs, and thermal probes.
Lead training efforts for Line Technicians by implementing electrical and control learning plans and supporting the development of job aids, OCAPs, SOPs, and one-point lessons (OPLs).
Act as a Controls System Subject Matter Expert, partnering with cross-functional teams to refine standards, elevate system reliability, and promote continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Cepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com .
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

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