Manager, Automation Engineering

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

10h•$90,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves managing automation engineering initiatives, focusing on data analysis, mechatronics, automation system design, process flow design, project management, automation integration, and advanced analytics. The position requires leveraging data to drive strategic decisions, updating CAD drawings, troubleshooting control systems, and understanding electrical and mechanical design concepts in a supply chain context. Responsibilities include assessing automation potential, analyzing space and cost requirements, resolving automation machinery issues, interpreting supply chain data, managing suppliers, and designing business processes. Project management duties involve planning, estimating, reporting, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Integration tasks include addressing common issues with new automation designs, measuring project performance, documenting implementation plans, and preparing integration tests. Advanced analytics involve explaining data analysis methods, identifying data sources, manipulating data, and computing descriptive statistics to identify trends and correlations. The position may require working at various unanticipated Walmart locations throughout the U.S.

Requirements

Master's degree or the equivalent in Engineering or related field; OR Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in Engineering or related field plus 2 years of experience in engineering, supply chain, or related experience.
Experience with testing automation machines and having a solid understanding of HMI screen interface for efficient operation of automation systems.
Experience applying Lean methodologies, including DMAIC and SIPOC, to implement process improvements and optimize operational efficiency.
Experience designing and developing interactive reporting dashboards using Google BigQuery, Looker Studio, Tableau, and Power BI to visualize data and support strategic decision-making.
Experience assisting design teams in engineering drawing development, applying design skills through AutoCAD and similar tools.
Experience conducting comprehensive analysis of Big Data to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights for informed decision-making.
Experience utilizing Automation machinery knowledge in electrical equipment’s and controls (PLC, IDFs, VFDs), with skills in integrating these systems into automation machinery.
Experience conducting statistical analysis on demand and supply data, with the ability to create time series forecasts and labor forecasts for production and operations.
Experience performing Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for automation software improvements.
Experience evaluating Big Data to develop annual operating plans and financial projections.
Experience developing algorithms and scripts in Excel to reduce quality defects per million to Six sigma standards.

Responsibilities

Leverages data analysis tools to explore moderately complex data, develops and tests hypotheses, uses data to influence strategic work, and builds and presents insights.
Identifies, implements, and drives technology change within scope of work.
Uses visualization tools to represent data and construct coherent stories to influence decisions.
Updates existing CAD drawings based on requirements.
Describes common drafting conventions, tools, procedures, and processes.
Identifies basic functions and features of a design and visualization system.
Navigates and troubleshoots control systems.
Identifies electrical design concepts and techniques used in a supply chain.
Cites examples of usage or application of electrical design in automating supply chain processes.
Demonstrates knowledge of wiring schematics, ensuring they meet requirements and are compliant.
Describes common mechanical components of Distribution Center and Fulfillment Center equipment.
Names basic tools or technologies used in mechanical engineering.
Identifies the areas for usage of automation machineries.
Assesses tasks for automation potential.
Obtains information about alternative automation solutions.
Assists with analyzing space and cost requirements associated with machinery usage.
Identifies issues and provides resolutions to problems related to automation machineries.
Interprets information to quantify the anticipated outcome of supply chain decisions.
Describes the typical tasks associated with using and managing suppliers.
Understands issues and considerations for inbound and outbound logistics.
Describes basic logistical processes and subprocesses.
Uses a variety of business process design tools and techniques.
Examines, interprets, and explains workflow materials and documentation.
Analyzes a process and associated business logic and offers recommendations based on analysis.
Carries out business process design tasks with some supervision and coaching.
Documents common obstacles and barriers for effective implementation.
Plans and estimates simple projects under guidance.
Produces standard project status reports.
Obtains information from stakeholders during the planning stage of a project.
Assists in detailed project plans, including costs, schedules, and resource requirements.
Provides input for Gantt or PERT charts or their equivalents to track project progress and status.
Manages multiple projects with varying timelines simultaneously.
Identifies common issues and considerations for bringing a new automation design to a facility.
Works with teams to measure and manage project performance.
Documents implementation plans and estimates for projects.
Documents project implementation meetings, particularly status reports on next steps.
Participates in the development of technology interfaces and bridges.
Works with existing interfaces and integration and migration plans within assigned area.
Prepares integration tests.
Measures and compares results with established test criteria.
Explains the key concepts and features of data analysis methods.
Lists the major sources (for example, tools, dashboards, industry sources etc.) for collecting data.
Explores, compiles, and manipulates data using various tools.
Analyzes data and computes descriptive statistics that identify trends, outliers, and correlations.