Senior Automation Engineer

Danaher Corporation; Logan (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of manufacturing automation systems at the Logan site.

You will drive automation strategy, capital projects, and equipment reliability improvements while partnering with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, and Engineering teams to support operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field with 10+ years in automation.
• Proven track record leading capital automation projects from concept to startup.
• Expert programming and troubleshooting PLC/HMI on Rockwell/FactoryTalk.
• Strong knowledge of industrial control systems and networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, commissioning and lifecycle management of PLC, HMI, SCADA and related systems.
• Manage automation capital projects: architecture, vendor, FAT/SAT, startup, handoff.
• Develop site automation standards and roadmaps, including cybersecurity.
• Lead troubleshooting to improve reliability, OEE and process performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor teams on automation technologies.

Skills

Automation engineering

PLC/HMI programming

Rockwell Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Industrial networking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation/Controls/Mechatronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Job description

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cytiva, 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.

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.

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Senior Automation Engineer

The Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for leading the design, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle support of manufacturing automation and control systems across the Logan site. This role drives automation strategy, capital project execution, equipment reliability improvements, and technical standardization while partnering with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, and Engineering teams to support operational excellence and business growth.

This position reports to the Sr. Project & Automation Manager and is part of the Project & Automation Engineering team located in Logan, Utah and will be an on-site role.

What you will do:

• Lead the design, implementation, commissioning, and lifecycle management of PLC, HMI, SCADA, instrumentation, and industrial networking systems supporting manufacturing operations.
• Serve as the controls & automation engineering lead for capital projects, including automation architecture, vendor management, FAT/SAT execution, startup, and operational handoff.
• Develop and maintain site automation standards, cybersecurity practices, documentation standards, and equipment modernization roadmaps.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis for critical manufacturing systems to improve reliability, OEE, and process performance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship for automation and controls activities across the site, influencing engineering best practices, developing internal capabilities, and driving adoption of emerging automation technologies.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Controls, Mechatronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, with 10+ years of industrial automation and controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; equivalent combinations of education, technical training, certifications, and directly related experience will also be considered.
• Demonstrated success leading automation scope for capital projects from concept through startup, including system design, vendor management, commissioning, and operational handoff.
• Expert-level experience programming and troubleshooting PLC and HMI platforms such as Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View.
• Deep technical expertise with industrial control systems, instrumentation, electrical systems, and industrial communication networks.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 15% to support vendors, training, and other Cytiva facilities.
• Ability to work in manufacturing, utility, and laboratory environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

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

• Life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or medical device manufacturing.
• Ignition, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), data historians, or ISA-88/ISA-95 automation frameworks.
• Commissioning, qualification, and validation of regulated manufacturing systems.

Cytiva, 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.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

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.

The U.S. EEO posters are available here.

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or [e-mail].