Sr. Engineer - Digital and Automation
About The Position
Digital Transformation is at the center of all that we do. With data-driven innovators passionate about making a difference in the lives of pets, we create cutting-edge digital and automation solutions that solve complex problems at scale. You’ll be at the forefront of digital advancements as they happen in real time, as well as ensure we remain a leader and innovator in the pet care category. Have a hand in making a lasting impact within our long-standing history. As a Senior Engineer in Digital & Automation, you’ll lead digital transformation initiatives across engineering design and manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will apply advanced controls, vision systems, sensor fusion, and robotics to improve production efficiency, product quality, and operational performance while accelerating innovation across a global manufacturing network. This role requires strong technology leadership and digital integration mindset.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ of experience in applying advanced knowledge of data analytics, machine vision, or robotics to build practical, scalable solutions
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in industrial automation, information technology, and software engineering is preferred
- Excellent analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills is preferred
- Excellent communication, visualization, and teamwork skills is preferred
- Proven ability to lead technical projects from concept to completion is preferred
- Ability to travel up to 30%
Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies in machine vision, spectroscopy, sensor fusion, advanced automation, and robotics to drive continuous innovation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, bridge process knowledge, controls, sensing, data, and physical automation to convert business needs into robust, scalable digital solutions
- Lead proof of concept, validation, integration, and industrialization of digital solutions to enable real-time data processing, analysis, control, and decision-making
- Optimize production lines by designing and establishing digital and automation standards and ensure successful deployment and adoption across factories
- Perform system assessment, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement for manufacturing processes
Benefits
- performance-based incentives
- 401k with company match
- healthcare coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
