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Danaher Corporation • Laketon Township, Michigan, United States
Salary: 15+ operating compa
Role & seniority: Automation Engineer (DCS) — experienced/lead role within Engineering team (on-site, Muskegon, MI)
Stack/tools: Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and PLCs; Emerson DeltaV, ABB 800xA, Rockwell PlantPAx; ISA S88; Good Automated Manufacturing Practices (GAMP); virtualization; collaboration with Uppsala, Sweden
Lead automation projects from concept through configuration and development, coordinating with vendors and the Uppsala automation team
Monitor system performance; provide technical support, training for operators/engineers on DCS/PLC systems
Develop technical documentation, execute validation plans, and drive continuous improvement of control/operating systems
Bachelor’s in chemical, mechanical, electrical engineering or 15+ years relevant experience
5+ years in management and/or maintenance of process automation (DeltaV, 800xA, or PlantPAx)
Experience with ISA S88 batch standard and GAMP; strong cross-functional communication in 24/7 manufacturing
Problem solving for commissioning/operations; ability to deliver safe, robust systems
Direct programming/configuration experience in DeltaV, 800xA, or PlantPAx
Life sciences/pharma domain knowledge (validation, change control, batch concepts)
Experience with virtualized control systems and safety instrumented systems lifecycle; ISA-95 familiarity
Location & work type: On-site role in Muskegon, MI; 5–10% t
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. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Automation Engineer (DCS) role will support Cytiva’s new plant for manufacturing of chromatography resins located in Muskegon, MI. This exciting role will lead start-up and establishment of distributed control systems (DCS) on the site to support all parts of manufacturing and building management. You are expected to travel outside of the US as the Muskegon site cooperates with our Uppsala site in Sweden. Your duties vary from assisting with deployment of world class distributed control systems, changes and improvements to systems and training of end users. You will work in a highly collaborative environment with the Operational Technology team in Uppsala Sweden. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Engineering and is part of the Engineering team located in Muskegon, MI and will be an on-site role.
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. #LI-TC2 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 www.danaher.com. 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 applyassistance@danaher.com.