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Danaher

Automation Engineer (DCS)

Muskegon, MI · On-site

The Automation Engineer (DCS) role will support Cytiva's new plant for manufacturing of ... Ability to travel - 5-10%, overnight, domestic and international It would be a plus if you also ...

Danaher

Automation Engineer (DCS)

Muskegon, MI

The Automation Engineer (DCS) role will support Cytiva's new plant for manufacturing of ... Ability to travel - 5-10%, overnight, domestic and international It would be a plus if you also ...

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Controls Engineer

Plainwell, MI · On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

... Automation) * Wonderware * Siemens S7 * Client iFIX * Opto 22 TRAVEL: * Approximately 15% overnight ... engineering environment We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that ...

Actalent

Controls Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$30 - $45/hr

Experience in industrial automation, machine building, or supporting automated manufacturing ... overnight travel at a time. While traveling, all expenses are covered, and a daily per diem and ...

Actalent

Controls Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI

$30 - $45/hr

Experience in industrial automation, machine building, or supporting automated manufacturing ... overnight travel at a time. While traveling, all expenses are covered, and a daily per diem and ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight automation engineer in Michigan is $93,371.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,400.00 and $107,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Automation Engineer vs Automation Technician?

AspectOvernight Automation EngineerAutomation Technician
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering or related field, certifications like PLC or SCADATechnical diploma or associate degree, certifications in automation or PLC programming
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, 24/7 operations, night shiftsManufacturing or industrial facilities, shift work including nights
Job FocusDesign, develop, and optimize automation systemsInstall, troubleshoot, and maintain automation equipment

The Overnight Automation Engineer typically focuses on designing and improving automation systems during night shifts, requiring engineering credentials. In contrast, Automation Technicians handle hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting of automation equipment. Both roles operate in manufacturing environments and may work night shifts, but their responsibilities and required qualifications differ significantly.

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Automation Engineer (DCS)

Danaher

Muskegon, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

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7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

194th of 545 rated manufacturers

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.
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.
What you will do:
  • Lead automation projects and teams through concept planning, configuration, and development. This will work take place in cooperation with vendors and the Uppsala Sweden automation team.
  • Monitoring system performance and functionality, and provide technical support, operator and engineer training and instruction for the various DCS and PLC (Programmable Logic Control) systems at the site.
  • Develop technical documentation of projects and maintenance activities, execute validation plans, and continuously work to improve the various control and operating systems.

Who you are:
  • Bachelors degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical engineering or similar discipline or 15+ years of experience in a similar setting.
  • Have a minimum of five years of direct experience in management, and/or maintenance of current process automation systems like Emerson DeltaV and ABB 800xA, and Rockwell PlantPAx.
  • Have direct experience with automation project execution observing the ISA S88 batch standard and Good Automated Manufacturing Practices (GAMP).
  • Possess strong communication and coordination skills across a multi-disciplinary spectrum for manufacturing, including operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, and management of control systems in a 24/7 environment.
  • Problem solving and technical issue resolution in commissioning and operating environments to deliver safe and robust systems for manufacturing.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
  • Ability to travel - 5-10%, overnight, domestic and international

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
  • Direct experience in programming and/or configuration of Emerson DeltaV, ABB 800xA, or Rockwell PlantPAx.
  • Has experience in the Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical industry with knowledge of requirements for documentation, change management and validation as well as the batch concept.
  • Working with control systems in a virtualized environment.
  • Experience with the full lifecycle of safety instrumented systems.
  • Have knowledge of the ISA 95 standard, as well as basic understanding of control system.

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.
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.
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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.
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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.

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We are a science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges, and improving quality of life around the world. A global family of more than 20 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today's most dynamic, growing industries.

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Headquarters location

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Year founded

1984

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