Smart Manufacturing & Digitization Specialist (m/f/d)

Danfoss; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Life insurance

Pension plan (DDS)

Extra vacation days

Job summary

Danfoss in Canada (Saskatchewan) is seeking a Smart Manufacturing & Digitalization Specialist to turn production data into actionable insights. You will work with Power BI, Power Platform, digital twins, and AI-driven solutions to transform ideas into practical improvements that boost efficiency and quality.

You will collaborate with international teams, develop automation workflows, and drive Industry 4.0 initiatives to optimize production and capacity planning.

Qualifications

• Experience using data analytics in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Proficient in Power BI with data modeling and DAX.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform for workflow automation.
• Hands-on with SQL and MES/MOM or CIMCO.
• Understanding of industrial automation and PLCs such as Siemens S7.
• Willingness to work in an international environment and use English.

Responsibilities

• Transform production data into actionable insights through dashboards, reports, and analytics.
• Develop digital solutions and automation workflows using Power Platform.
• Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives connecting machines, systems, and people for productivity and visibility.
• Build and optimize digital twins, simulations, and data models for capacity planning and process improvements.
• Collaborate with local and global teams to deliver digitalization, analytics, and AI projects.

Skills

Power BI

Data analytics

Power Platform

SQL

MES/MOM

CIMCO

Siemens S7

Automation

Industry 4.0

English

Tools

DAX

Power Query

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

As our Smart Manufacturing & Digitalization Specialist, you will help shape the future of manufacturing through data, automation, and smart technologies. By turning production data into actionable insights, you will enable better decisions, improve operational performance, and support continuous improvement across our factory.

You will play a key role in our Smart Factory and Industry 4.0 journey, connecting machines, systems, and people through digital solutions that increase visibility, efficiency, and quality throughout production.

Working with technologies such as Power BI, Power Platform, digital twins, and AI-driven solutions, you will help transform ideas into practical improvements that make a measurable difference for our business, our employees, and our customers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Transform production data into actionable insights through dashboards, reports, and analytics that support better operational decisions.
• Develop digital solutions and automation workflows using Power Platform and related technologies to simplify processes and reduce manual work.
• Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives that connect machines, systems, and people to improve productivity and operational visibility.
• Build and optimize digital twins, simulations, and data models that support capacity planning, process improvements, and manufacturing excellence.
• Collaborate with local and global teams to deliver digitalization, analytics, and AI-based projects while sharing knowledge and best practices.

What We're Looking For

• You have experience leveraging data analytics in manufacturing or industrial environments and enjoy transforming data into actionable business insights.
• You are proficient in Power BI, including data modeling, DAX, and Power Query, and can create compelling dashboards that drive decision-making.
• You are passionate about automation and digital transformation, with experience developing workflow solutions using Microsoft Power Platform or similar technologies.
• You bring hands-on experience with SQL and manufacturing systems such as MES/MOM, CIMCO, or comparable platforms, and understand how digital solutions support production excellence.
• You have a solid understanding of industrial automation, manufacturing technologies, and PLC-controlled equipment, preferably including Siemens S7 / TIA Portal, and can confidently navigate technical documentation.
• You are curious, innovative, and eager to explore Industry 4.0 technologies such as Digital Twins, AI, machine connectivity, and advanced analytics, while collaborating confidently in an international environment using English.

What You'll Get from Us

• Opportunity to drive digital transformation initiatives and contribute to the modernization of business processes across the organization.
• Work with advanced digitization technologies, automation tools, and data-driven solutions in a dynamic international environment.
• Continuous professional development through challenging projects, collaboration with experts, and learning opportunities that support your career growth.
• Minimum gross monthly salary starting from €2,200, with the potential for a higher offer based on your qualifications and seniority.
• Regular annual salary increase, annual bonus depending on the company's financial results, and life insurance.
• Contribution to the 3rd pension pillar (DDS) and 2 extra vacation days.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.