Global Automation Technology Leader

GE HealthCare • Waukesha, WI

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About The Position

The Global Automation and Technology Leader is a senior individual contributor leadership role developing strategy and driving execution of manufacturing technology projects across the company, including Artificial Intelligence, automation and digital solutions in our factories. This role as the Global Automation and Technology Leader is a senior-level expert responsible for driving the strategic vision, innovation, and execution of enterprise-wide technology and automation initiatives. This role blends deep technical expertise in industrial automation with leadership in digital transformation, system architecture, and modernization. The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional efforts to optimize operations, integrate advanced technologies, and ensure alignment with business goals across manufacturing and enterprise systems. This role requires both technical and strategic thinking and leadership to define, architect, drive, and deliver tactical automation, digital, and AI technology solutions and platforms across the business. The individual will work closely with Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) and cross-functional global teams, leveraging deep domain expertise in industrial automation, control systems, digital and data-driven analytics, test systems, and artificial intelligence. They will lead and deliver consensus-driven automation solution platforms, mobilize change, and spearhead efforts to implement smart factory initiatives and long-term modernization roadmaps. This is a great opportunity to be a technical thought leader and authority to deliver smart factory solutions using advanced technologies to improve performance, flexibility, and efficiency across our operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, systems architecture, or technology leadership.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale modernization and automation projects.
• Expertise in PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens), SCADA, MES, ERP, and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of OT/IT integration, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
• Project management skills with internal/external integrators with demonstrated experience owning processes / growing capability in yield, quality, and capacity.
• Experience in developing technical documents – ERS’s, FMEA’s, Risk assessments, and validation plans.
• Experience with controls automation design and safety standards: Ability to identify and implement Best Practices.
• Willing to travel domestic and internationally up to 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Masters/PHD (or equivalent) in technical concentration/field.
• 15+ years’ experience in the design, build, programming, and deployment of automation
• Mechanical design experience in automation equipment such as AutoCAD or Solidworks.
• Substantial industrial experience in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Six-sigma DMAIC & DFSS certified.
• ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
• TOGAF (Enterprise Architecture)
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Cybersecurity certifications relevant to OT/IT environments (e.g., ISA/IEC 62443)

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the long-term technology and automation roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Champion digital transformation initiatives, including smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and OT/IT convergence.
• Evaluate emerging technologies (AI/ML, IIoT, cloud, edge computing) for operational and strategic impact.
• Architect scalable, secure, and resilient automation and enterprise technology solutions.
• Lead integration of control systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS), MES, ERP, and cloud platforms.
• Ensure seamless data flow and interoperability across systems and facilities.
• Drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance system reliability.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts for automation and technology systems.
• Establish and enforce standards for cybersecurity, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a technical mentor and thought leader across engineering, IT, and operations teams.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, plant managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions.
• Influence decision-making at the enterprise level through data-driven insights and strategic vision.

Benefits

• GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
• GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
• While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees