Automation Project Leader: Automotive Manufacturing Innovator

Methode Electronics, Inc.

Welkenraat

On-site

EUR 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

36 hours ago

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Job summary

Procoplast, part of the global Methode Electronics Group, seeks an Automation Project Leader to lead automation and industrialization projects within our advanced automotive manufacturing environment.

You will manage projects from concept to production, coordinate with customers and suppliers, oversee technical development, and drive the implementation of innovative solutions that enhance productivity, quality, and operational performance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Process Engineering, or related field.
Experience managing automation or industrial engineering projects in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of industrial automation, robotics, and manufacturing equipment.
Experience with CAD software; Siemens S7 and TIA Portal knowledge are considered an advantage.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Fluent English; French and/or German are considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead automation projects from concept through commissioning and production release.
Define technical specifications, requirements, and project plans.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables.
Coordinate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Support the design, programming, assembly, and commissioning of automation systems.
Conduct feasibility studies and FMEA analyses to develop innovative solutions.
Support new product industrialization and production process optimization.
Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and automotive industry standards.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production operations.