Physical Automation Engineering Expert

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and conceptualize automation solutions
• Design and develop automated systems, scripts, and workflows using appropriate tools and technologies
• Implement automation solutions across various departments and processes
• Ensure seamless integration with existing systems and workflows while minimizing disruption to operations
• Develop comprehensive test plans and execute testing procedures to ensure the reliability, scalability, and robustness of automation solutions
• Conduct validation exercises to verify compliance with functional and performance requirements and drive factory implementations
• Provide support for deployed automation systems
• Troubleshoot issues, perform debugging, and implement enhancements or optimizations as necessary to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• Create and maintain documentation for automation solutions, including design specifications, implementation guides, user manuals, and troubleshooting procedures
• Ensure documentation is comprehensive, accurate, and accessible to relevant stakeholders
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in automation
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation enhancements to drive efficiency gains and operational excellence
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, digital & MES Engineering, IT, Operations, and business units, to gather requirements, solicit feedback, and ensure alignment of automation initiatives with organizational goals
• Communicate progress, challenges, and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Develop comprehensive strategic plans for the implementation of Automation Technologies across manufacturing network, considering input from high level stakeholders and Senior Leadership
• Ensure the execution of said strategic plans

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science or equivalent
• Minimum of 10+ yrs Automation experience in the manufacturing environment
• In-depth knowledge of Industrial automation technologies, tools, and methodologies, with hands-on experience in design, development, and implementation
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to align automation initiatives with business objectives and priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and allocate resources effectively
• Experience with change management principles and practices, with a focus on driving cultural and organizational change
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strong attention to detail and a results-driven mindset
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align automation and robotics initiatives with manufacturing objectives, including cost reduction, quality improvement, and operational efficiency
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP)
• Food Processing experience
• Lean/Sigma experience

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates