Automation Engineer
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the integration, validation, and deployment of automation solutions that enhance restaurant operations. As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will serve as the bridge between product development and field execution, ensuring systems are reliable, scalable, and ready for real-world implementation. The Senior Automation Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive automation initiatives from concept through rollout. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong technical expertise and project leadership experience. This person will be able to drive progress, solve integration challenges, and ensure automation systems perform effectively in real-world restaurant environments.
Responsibilities
- Program Execution: Lead day-to-day execution of automation development projects; coordinate across internal teams and external engineering partners; drive timelines, decision-making, and issue resolution to maintain project momentum.
- System Integration: Ensure mechanical, controls, and software components function as an integrated system; identify and mitigate integration risks early in the development process; support system architecture decisions in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Testing and Validation: Develop and execute test plans in both lab and restaurant environments; evaluate system performance including throughput, reliability, usability, and cleanability; analyze test results and provide clear recommendations for improvement.
- Real-World Deployment Readiness: Translate restaurant operational needs into system requirements; ensure solutions are viable in real-world store environments; support pilot deployments and iterative improvements based on field feedback.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.