Job Information
Danaher Corporation Automation Controls Engineer in Lodi, California
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for configuring, programing, testing and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment (PLC based control systems and associated components: i.e. UI, Motion controllers, Robots, Heater Controllers, barcode readers vision systems, etc.),
Create documentation including, but not limited to design input requirements, specifications, testing protocols, installation, and service procedures
Author acceptance test and validation protocols and reports
Modify existing equipment to improve product quality, increase part throughput, decrease cost, and strengthen safety measures
Perform change orders and release processes using the Agile PLM system
Maintain strict compliance with Cepheid’s Quality procedures
Introduce new manufacturing equipment in the factories and assist Manufacturing Engineering group with troubleshooting floor equipment when required
TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete all assigned and required training satisfactorily and on time
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience (in years):
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 0-2 years of related work experience.
Knowledge and skills:
Proficient in Allen-Bradley PLC ControlLogix Platform and development tools
Proficient with motion controllers and Vision Inspection Systems
Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical troubleshooting in a high-volume, automated manufacturing environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient in MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Physical requirements/abilities:
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Must be able to stand for several hours.
Other
- 10% travel
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Experience developing Medical equipment in an FDA regulated environment
Experience writing/executing IQ, OQ, and PQ Protocols
Experience with designing and maintaining vision system used in production (i.e. Cognex/Keyence) or Epson robots
Experience with designing and creating the electrical schematics (within UL/IEC compliance) required to build a high complexity automation system
Experience with creating equipment electrical schematics under AutoCAD Electrical
Experience with integrating Pilz safety PLCs into manufacturing equipment designs.
Experience with a variety of sensor technologies (thermal, optical, position, pressure, flow, etc.)
Experience using Agile PLM system
Experience conducting design reviews required to obtain the necessary DIR’s (Design Input Requirement) to build high complex automation equipment for all phases of the design process
The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria and general work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for this job.
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Operating Company: Cepheid