Controls & Automation Engineer

Bring more to life.Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?At Radiometer, 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 Radiometer, life comes first. Our vision is to improve global healthcare with reliable, fast, and easy patient diagnoses. We’re a team that celebrates diverse ideas and continuous improvement. Here, you’ll find a place to grow and make a real impact, with your unique perspective driving us forward in improving patient care. At Radiometer, our vision is to improve global healthcare with reliable, fast, and easy patient diagnoses.Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.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, MNand will be an on-site role.In this role, you will have the opportunity to: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.The essential requirements of the job include: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.It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:Hands-on experience with machine shop tools and prototypingExperience 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.Radiometer, 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 Danaher Benefits Info.The salary range for this role is $115,000 - $135,000. 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. 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.Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll 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. For more information, visit . Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. 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