Head of Automation and Digitalization

About the role

The Head of automation & digitalization is responsible for leading automation development projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with global engineering standards and operational excellence. The position will play a critical role in shaping future manufacturing technologies, improving process efficiency, and supporting global expansion initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Developing new machines and process concepts
• Translating market needs into production, automation, and digitalization
• Closing collaboration with the U.S. market, including customer, production teams, and supply chain
• Testing and implementing digital solutions in a hands-on environment
• Supporting plant and layout expansion in a dynamic, fast-moving setting
• Training others and developing talent

Requirements

• Technical Degree or bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, robotics, or similar
• Working in an international environment
• Strong sense of technical curiosity
• Strong experience in custom equipment development, industrial automation, robotics, or integrated manufacturing systems
• Knowledge of PLC architecture, industrial controls, motion systems, pneumatics, and electrical design
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills

Qualifications

• Experience in custom equipment development, industrial automation, robotics, or integrated manufacturing systems
• Knowledge of PLC architecture, industrial controls, motion systems, pneumatics, and electrical design
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills

Skills

• Technical Degree or bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, robotics, or similar
• Strong sense of technical curiosity
• Strong experience in custom equipment development, industrial automation, robotics, or integrated manufacturing systems
• Knowledge of PLC architecture, industrial controls, motion systems, pneumatics, and electrical design
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills

Benefits

• 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from
• Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition and fitness reimbursement
• 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility

Pay

$110,000 - $140,000 (commensurate with experience)

Schedule

N/A