Automation Controls Engineer

4 weeks ago


Walnut Grove, United States Energy Jobline ZR Full time

Job Description

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

This position 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.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Perform electrical system Reliability-centered maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, and Condition-based Maintenance programs (Thermal Imaging, Ultrasound, Motor Testing, and Control loops).

Execute, Repair, and Monitor critical electrical & control work processes - Inspections, Testing and Maintenance (IT&M), Electrical Safety, and provides Engineering Feedback to manager for improvements to automated lines.

Support problem-solving efforts and Failure Analysis (IFA) for controls systems – sensors, PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision systems, servo systems, control drives, motion controllers, heating systems, RTDs and thermal probes, MCCs, and P&IDs, etc.

Become controls system Subject Matter Expert - Execute electrical and controls training plan for Line Technicians and assist with the development of technical troubleshooting standards; OCAPs, OPLs, Job-aides, and SOPs.

The essential requirements of the job include:

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

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

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.

Cepheid, a Danaher operating 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.

The salary range for this role is $90k-$105k. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off,

medical/dental/vision

insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit

www.danaher.com .

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of , ,

, , , , marital status, , veteran status, ,

, or other characteristics protected by law. We value

and the existence of similarities and , both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

The EEO posters are available here.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at

applyassistance@danaher.com

to request accommodation.

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