Senior Automation Controls Engineer
Danaher•Newark, NJ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Senior Automation Controls Engineer is an experienced individual contributor responsible for the design, development, implementation, and support of PLC‑based automation and machine vision systems used in high‑volume manufacturing. This role independently delivers complex automation solutions, supports production systems, and collaborates closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure reliable, compliant equipment performance. This position reports to the Manager – Automation and Controls and is part of the Systems Engineering group located in Newark and will be an on-site role.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in field with 5+ years of related work experience OR Master’s degree in field with 3+ years of related work experience OR Doctoral degree in field with related work experience.
- Hands-on experience with PLC and HMI programming/troubleshooting (Rockwell RS Logix‑5000, FactoryTalk), Cognex Designer (In‑Sight, VisionPro deep learning), and industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO‑Link, OPC UA).
- Extensive work with high‑speed manufacturing equipment, Fanuc robots, VFDs, servo systems, motion control, and safety/standard I/O;
- Proven ability to develop, maintain, and implement controls standards using IEC 61131‑3–aligned PLC software.
- Strong background in software validation, equipment qualification, and detailed technical documentation;
- Experience specifying and integrating control panels, including PLCs, I/O, power supplies, safety components, drives, and networks.
Responsibilities
- Design, program, test, and troubleshoot PLC‑based control systems, HMIs and user interface software for automated manufacturing equipment
- Implement and integrate vision inspection systems (e.g., Cognex In‑Sight, VisionPro, deeplearning where applicable)
- Support system commissioning, equipment upgrades, validation (IQ, OQ, PQ) activities and production troubleshooting
- Execute work in accordance with established controls, vision, and validation standards
- Participate in design reviews, electrical design and code reviews, and cross‑functional problem solving
Benefits
- paid time off
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
