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In the purest sense, technology is a tool used to solve a problem. This simple notion inspires and motivates us to innovate each and every day. If you’re excited by software, hardware and data—we have lots of it. And, given its rapid evolution, we always keep an eye on what’s next. Sometimes, we even invent it ourselves.

As a Fortune 150 science and technology innovator, Danaher and its 29 operating companies share a relentless drive to improve on past success. That never-ending cycle of innovation has helped us beat the S&P 500 by more than 7,875% over the last 25 years. At Danaher, you’ll accelerate your career while driving innovation that improves lives. We’ll encourage you to wonder what’s next and offer tangible paths to get there. You’ll work hard and take risks, with guidance from committed leaders and the stability of a global organization. We push the boundaries of what’s possible. What you find here—and within yourself—might just change the world.

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Engineering @ Danaher

Optical Sensor Engineer (f/m/x)

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Danaher Works Wonders for Your Career

Danaher is a $30B+ global science and technology innovator committed to helping customers solve complex challenges and improving quality of life around the world. Danaher is in its own category. No operation on earth has our unique blend of portfolio diversity, stability and mobility. Here, you get much more than a one-and-done job. A global family of 29 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic, growing industries —all making positive impacts on the world. With operating companies based around the world, our groundbreaking businesses transform the fields of diagnostics, life sciences, and environmental and applied solutions. We are a team of 80,000 dedicated associates who are Helping Realize Life’s Potential every day by bringing our diverse skills, backgrounds, and perspectives together to make a difference.

Engineering @ Danaher

The Engineering role is a unique opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way to:

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering management, science and engineering team
Participation in the entire product development process, including the production-ready handover to production, including cost responsibility
Conducting of feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs

Your responsibilities in Engineering roles include:

Participation in the entire product development process, including the production-ready handover to production, including cost responsibility
Creation and maintenance of material master data and production documents to ensure stable production
Support of production areas in case of manufacturing problems
Feasibility studies and involvement in the procurement of new manufacturing technologies, as well as the supplier selection of optical components
Participation in CIP (continuous improvement process) with a focus on cost reduction, productivity increase and ergonomics

Mechanical R1229472/R1225397

Hands-on product design, development, and verification tasks related to hardware, software, and microplate consumable interoperability, with the goal of achieving overall product and process performance requirements for our cell health products.
Collaborate cross-functionally with product management, science and manufacturing team
Development of constructive solutions and creation of CAD drawings suitable for production
Conducting of feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs

Electrical R1230832

Develop firmware and tools for laboratory automation products (ARM and PIC microcontroller, FPGAs)
Take responsibility for Hardware/Firmware integration, debugging and test
Implement and test of prototypes
Analyze errors of complex systems during design phase and in production
Ensure accurate documentation of development and test results

Manufacturing R1208364/R1225397

First point of contact for our production for new developments or product changes
Part of the global new product development process, which actively tracks and implements production requirements for new developments
Part of the internal change process, which actively introduces upcoming changes/requirements from development into production
Independent introduction of required tools/measuring equipment into production
Analysis and implementation of VAVE projects
Analysis and implementation of costs/cost savings in cooperation with strategic purchasing

Industrial R1227056

Participation in the entire product development process, including the production-ready handover to production, including cost responsibility
Creation and maintenance of material master data and production documents to ensure stable production
Support of production areas in case of manufacturing problems
Feasibility studies and involvement in the procurement of new manufacturing technologies, as well as the supplier selection of optical components
Participation in CIP (continuous improvement process) with a focus on cost reduction, productivity increase and ergonomics

We are looking for someone who is:

Motivated and Driven – to focus and direct their energy and efforts towards achieving success.
Disruptive Thinker – solve problems and approach work with innovation at the forefront of their mind.
Team Player – relationship savvy people who intentionally make connections with both internal partners and external contacts.
Customer-Oriented Achiever - create commitment and trust through strong work ethics and customer-focused attitude.

Your Education and/or Background Experience will include:

3 to 5 years Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing or Electrical Engineering experience
Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical troubleshooting, theory and application
Strong deductive reasoning and problem-solving skills
Understanding of CAD/CAE tools (Solidworks preferred)

M.S./B.S. with 2+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or similar Engineering field.

Excellent CAD skills
(Electrical) Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with relevant experience
(Electrical) Knowledge and practical experience with hardware-oriented software development (C and preferably also VHDL) and circuit design
(Manufacturing) Completed vocational technical training with subsequent further training possibly as a technician or comparatively
(Industrial) University degree in mechanical engineering, automation technology or another technical discipline / precision optician with additional training as a technician, master craftsman specializing in precision optics or technical business economist
REFA - Training desirable

Optical Sensor Engineer (f/m/x)

Berlin, Germany

The Optical Engineer will support the design and development of light-emitting and sensing devices for spectrometers used in analytical instrumentation. In this role, you will design electronic circuitry to interface to the emitting and sensing devices, design lens geometries, and other optical components (filters, gradience and etc.) such that they can be tested to verify performance in accordance with the product requirements.

Essential Functions:

Design and analyze optical components and subsystems to reliably achieve functional requirements.
Develop and implement optical and photometric measurements to support product development and manufacturing.
Collaborate with engineers and chemists across research and manufacturing teams to develop testing methods and transfer the technology to manufacturing.
Design optical tests to verify performance.
Develop test plans and perform testing of components and subsystems.
Document and present designs and test results.
Specify optical components for fabrication.
Assemble optomechanical and optoelectrical sub-assemblies.
Participated on project teams as a Core-Team member for Optics
Participated globally in design reviews
Identifying opportunities and contributing to the development of innovative approaches in detection technology

Education, Background and Skill Requirements

Bachelors Degree with at least 2 years experience in optical engineering
Has knowledge of commonly-used circuits, analysis and measurement tools
Has knowledge of Materials and component selection for optical paths
Has knowledge of Mechanical design using CAD (Solidworks preferred)
Detailed knowledge of ISO quality systems (specifically Design Controls/Product Realization) and related requirements.
Demonstrated skill in the areas required to perform this job for a technologist:
- Hands on skills for assembly and testing of designs
- Circuit modeling and analysis
- Testing optical performance and interferences
- Rapid prototyping of Mechanical and Electrical HW
- Ability to communicate and work cross-functional

What makes this opportunity great? Let us tell you...

You help us ensuring water quality for people around the world!
You work in a collaborative culture that values a diverse set of backgrounds and perspectives while emphasizing teamwork and a good sense of partnership
Development and Career Opportunities within Danaher
Our team of associates is passionate about achieving great results for our customers
Ability to fully use your breadth and depth of experience; no pigeonhole here!
And there is a lot of great work happening; it is always busy.