Change & Technology Head

Siemens•Wendell, NC

14h•$126,639 - $217,096•Onsite

About The Position

The Change & Technology Manager, Manufacturing has primary responsibility for planning and executing the technology and change agenda across multiple manufacturing locations within Siemens Electrification & Automation operations. The role drives digitalization, automation, data strategy, artificial intelligence, and robotics, ensuring technology is integrated with lean manufacturing operations and business strategy and delivers measurable business impact. The position is based in Wendell, North Carolina, and requires travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
At least 7 years of experience executing manufacturing technology, automation, or industrial IT initiatives.
Strong understanding of automation systems, robotics, digital manufacturing architectures, and integration of MES, IIoT, or smart factory solutions.
At least 7 years of experience defining and executing data and analytics strategies in an operational environment, including hands-on experience with AI and advanced analytics use cases in manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of lean processes and proven ability to lead change and influence across functions and multiple manufacturing sites.
At least 7 years of experience building, developing, and leading technical teams.
Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical topics for non-technical audiences.
At least 3 years of experience with working knowledge of a SCADA solution and EDGE technology in automation applications.
At least 3 years of experience with programming PLCs and communication protocols including OPC/UA, IP, BACnet MS/TP, Modbus TCP, RS-485, and RS-232.
At least 3 years of experience with network fundamentals, including subnetting, VLANs, routing, and DHCP.
Willingness to travel up to 25%.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
Experience scaling pilot initiatives into standardized, repeatable solutions.
Background in Operational Excellence.
Experience working in greenfield, ramp-up, or rapidly expanding manufacturing environments.
TIA Portal knowledge.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute the technology and change agenda across multiple manufacturing locations, aligning initiatives with site and business objectives.
Lead structured change management to encourage adoption of new technologies and ways of working.
Drive digitalization initiatives, including manufacturing execution systems (MES), connected equipment, digital workflows, and shopfloor IT systems.
Own automation and robotics deployments and ensure successful operational handover.
Implement the business data strategy, including data governance, platforms, analytics, and reporting.
Enable advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to improve quality, throughput, predictive maintenance, and decision-making.
Design and build the organizational structure needed to support automation, data analytics, and digital manufacturing.
Establish governance, prioritization, and performance tracking for the automation and digitalization portfolio.
Manage budgets, vendors, and external partners related to technology and automation programs.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, IT, and Supply Chain to embed technology into daily operations.
Serve as the escalation point for complex technical, organizational, or change-related challenges.