Senior Industrial Automation Engineer
Daniels Health
United States
October 17, 2025
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Dandenong South, VIC
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Senior Industrial Automation Engineer – Drive Smart Manufacturing Across Global Facilities
Location: Dandenong South – Brand new offices with onsite gym and personal training sessions
Shape the future of plant automation in healthcare waste management.
At Daniels Health, we don’t just build automation systems—we revolutionize how healthcare waste is processed globally. If you’re passionate about plant automation, factory systems, and making a tangible impact, this is your opportunity to join an innovative and purpose-driven organisation.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
Global Plant Footprint: Influence automation strategies across our international network of processing plants—from North America to Europe.
Hands-On Innovation: Work with cutting-edge technologies in real-world factory environments, optimizing production lines and integrating smart systems.
Career Acceleration: Join a high-performing R&D team with technical specialization, and global project ownership.
Mission-Driven Impact: Help reduce environmental harm and improve safety in healthcare waste processing—your work truly matters.
Travel & Collaboration: Visit global facilities, collaborate with diverse teams, and bring best-in-class automation to life.
Your Role: Senior Industrial Automation Engineer:
You’ll be part of a team who are responsible for the design, development, and deployment of automation systems that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability across our global processing plants.
What you will do:
- Design and optimize plant automation systems, layouts, and workflows
- Analyze production data to drive continuous improvement
- Lead integration of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and control systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors
- Oversee system testing, commissioning, and performance tuning
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards (OSHA, ANSI, ISO)
- Travel internationally to support installations, upgrades, and training
What you Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechatronics or Mechanical)
- 5+ years of experience in plant automation, industrial controls, or mechatronics
- Expertise in PLC/HMI programming and industrial control systems
- Proficiency in SolidWorks (2D/3D modeling, BOMs, assemblies)
- Experience with lean manufacturing and process optimization
- Strong communication and project coordination skills
- A problem-solving mindset and enthusiasm for global collaboration
- Willingness to travel internationally and work hands-on in plant environments
Ready to Engineer a Better Tomorrow
Apply now and be part of a global team that is redefining what is possible in healthcare waste management.
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