Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Job Description
You will play a key role in driving automation projects aimed at growing operational efficiency, reducing downtime, and improving production quality.
This position requires a combination of technical expertise, project management skills, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. You will work across teams to ensure that automation solutions align with business goals and manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Automation Design & Implementation: Lead the design, development, and deployment of digital and factory automation systems, including robotics, PLC programming, HMI systems, and SCADA.
- Process Optimization: Identify areas of improvement within manufacturing workflows, proposing and implementing automation solutions that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and digitalize operations.
- System Integration: Integration of automation systems with existing MES, ERP, and other digital platforms to enable real-time data exchange and seamless operation between digital and physical processes.
- Project Management: Lead automation projects from concept through execution, ensuring timely delivery, and performance outcomes. Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to meet project goals.
- Resolving & Continuous Improvement: Analyze and resolve technical issues within automation systems, implementing appropriate actions to maintain consistent and reliable performance. Continuously seek opportunities to improve system reliability and efficiency.
- Data Analytics & Reporting: Collect and analyze data from automated processes to monitor system performance, identify trends, and provide insights for further optimization.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain detailed documentation of automation solutions, including system designs, operating procedures, and safety protocols. Ensure all systems align with relevant safety and quality standards.
- Partner with IT, Operations, Quality, and Maintenance: Understand requirements and align automation with business needs. Act as a technical advisor for other engineers and support staff.
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Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, Mechatronics, or related fields).
Technical Skills:
- Understanding of automation systems, including PLCs, SCADA, HMI, robotics, and industrial communication protocols (OPC, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
- Proficiency in PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and automation software tools.
- Experience with industrial robotics, motion control system, and advanced sensor technologies.
- Familiarity with MES/ERP systems and integrating automation solutions with digital platforms.
- Competence in data analysis tools (Python, SQL) for monitoring and optimization.
- Competence in Microsoft 365 tools such as (Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse).
- Familiarity with using RPA tools such as UIPath.
Experience:
- Proven track record in factory automation, digital transformation, or related fields.
- Successful leadership of mid-scale automation projects from design to deployment
- Hands-on experience in fixing and optimizing automated systems.
Soft Skills:
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and partnership skills to work effectively with multi-functional teams.
- Proactive and able to balance multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Requirements:
- Understanding of safety, regulatory, and quality standards in manufacturing environments.
- Continuous learning approach and eagerness to adopt new technologies and methodologies.