Expert Process Automation Engineer

Nestlé • Solon, OH

112d

About The Position

At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives. Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 7+ years Automation experience in the manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of automation technologies, tools, and methodologies.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with change management principles and practices.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align automation and robotics initiatives with manufacturing objectives.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Work with external suppliers and factories to implement automation solutions across various departments and processes.
• Ensure seamless integration with existing systems and workflows while minimizing disruption to operations.
• Work with the factory team on a successful handoff for automation solutions.
• Supplement the factory team in troubleshooting issues, perform debugging, and implement enhancements or optimizations.
• Develop long-term automation implementation strategy and annual savings forecasts with the factories.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and conceptualize automation solutions.
• Design and develop automated systems, scripts, and workflows using appropriate tools and technologies.
• Develop comprehensive test plans and execute testing procedures to ensure reliability, scalability, and robustness of automation solutions.
• Conduct validation exercises to verify compliance with functional and performance requirements.
• Provide ongoing maintenance and support for deployed automation systems.
• Create and maintain documentation for automation solutions, including design specifications, implementation guides, user manuals, and troubleshooting procedures.
• 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 to gather requirements, solicit feedback, and ensure alignment of automation initiatives with organizational goals.

Benefits

• Inclusive workplace that inspires innovation.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree