Daniels Health · 1 day ago
Controls Engineer
Taylor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$111K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expDaniels Health is a global leader in healthcare waste management and infection prevention, partnering with hospitals and health systems across the United States and internationally. They are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to design, build, and optimize automated medical waste processing systems, focusing on PLC control systems, robotics, and machine vision.
Health CareHealth DiagnosticsManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Design, develop, program, and maintain PLC‑based control systems for advanced medical waste processing equipment
Integrate, program, and commission industrial robots for material handling, sorting, and automated processing
Design, implement, and optimize machine vision systems for detection, classification, inspection, and process verification
Train, tune, and validate vision models to ensure accuracy, robustness, and regulatory compliance
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, robotics, and software engineering teams to deliver fully integrated automation solutions
Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis across controls, robotics, and vision systems
Prepare and review electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control drawings for new equipment and system upgrades
Develop system documentation including functional specifications, control narratives, operator manuals, maintenance documentation, and validation protocols
Ensure all control system designs comply with applicable US medical waste, environmental, and machine safety regulations
Work closely with suppliers, system integrators, and external service providers to deliver projects on time and to specification
Drive continuous improvement in automation performance, reliability, safety, and sustainability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline
Three or more years of experience in a controls or automation engineering role
Strong PLC and HMI programming experience with platforms such as Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or Automation
Direct Hands‑on industrial robotics experience including programming, commissioning, and safety integration (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Hyundai, or similar)
Strong machine vision experience using Cognex, Keyence, OpenCV, or comparable systems
Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and OPC UA
Experience with motion control, servo systems, and safety‑rated automation components
Ability to read and create electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across cross‑functional teams
Ability to work independently and manage projects with multiple stakeholders and vendors
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
Preferred
Experience working in regulated or safety‑critical environments such as medical, pharmaceutical, or waste processing is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plans with company match contributions
Paid vacation and sick time
Wellness resources
Life insurance
Professional development opportunities
Company
Daniels Health
MAKING HEALTHCARE SAFER The philosophy that guides Daniels - striving to make a safer environment for everyone involved in healthcare.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Daniels
CEO & Founder
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2025-07-22
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