Advanced Manufacturing Manager

Siemens Mobility; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 123,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in Fort Worth Alliance, TX is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Manager – Automation & Digitalization to lead switchboard production through automation and digital tools. You will drive smart factory initiatives, standardize processes, and integrate shop-floor systems with ERP/PLM to improve safety, quality, and throughput.

You will mentor a team of manufacturing and automation engineers, champion change, and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 8–12+ years of experience in manufacturing, with exposure to electrical switchboard manufacturing, automation, robotics, and digitalization.
• Experience implementing MES, digital work instructions, or smart factory solutions.
• Strong understanding of switchboard production processes (fabrication, assembly, wiring, testing).
• Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage transformational change.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of automated manufacturing solutions for switchboard production.
• Identify and implement robotics, cobots, vision systems, and smart tooling to improve throughput, ergonomics, and safety.
• Standardize manufacturing processes to enable scalable automation across product families.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives (MES, digital work instructions) and integrate shop-floor systems with ERP/PLM/quality systems.
• Lead data-driven manufacturing improvements using analytics, OEE, and predictive insights.
• Collaborate with product design to ensure manufacturability and automation.
• Industrialize new products, variants, and configurations while optimizing layout, takt time, and material flow.
• Lead cost-reduction, productivity, and quality initiatives.
• Develop digital skills within the operations team.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Automation & Robotics

Industrial Digitalization

Lean Manufacturing

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

MES

Digital Work Instructions

ERP/PLM Integration

Job description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

The Advanced Manufacturing Manager – Automation & Digitalization leads the transformation of switchboard manufacturing operations through advanced manufacturing technologies, automation systems, and digital solutions at our Alliance, Texas plant. This role is responsible for improving safety, quality, productivity, and cost competitiveness by deploying smart manufacturing practices aligned with Industry 4.0 principles.

The role focuses on a manufacturing facility producing low‑ voltage electrical switchboards, overseeing the integration of automation, digital tools, and standardized processes across fabrication, assembly, testing, and final integration.

You will make an impact by:

Advanced Manufacturing & Automation

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of automated manufacturing solutions for switchboard production
• Identify and implement robotics, collaborative robots (cobots), vision systems, and smart tooling to improve throughput, ergonomics, and safety.
• Standardize manufacturing processes to enable scalable automation and repeatability across product families.

Digitalization & Smart Factory

• Drive digital transformation initiatives across the plant, including:
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Digital work instructions and operator guidance
• Partner with IT, engineering, and global manufacturing teams to integrate shop‑floor systems with ERP, PLM, and quality systems.
• Lead data-driven manufacturing improvements using analytics, OEE monitoring, and predictive insights.

Process Engineering & Industrialization

• Collaborate with product design and engineering teams to ensure switchboards are designed for manufacturability, automation, and digital assembly.
• Lead industrialization of new products, variants, and custom configurations while minimizing complexity.
• Own factory layout optimization, line balancing, takt time definition, and material flow design.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Lead cost‑reduction, productivity, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Drive failure reduction through digital quality controls, automated testing, and mistake‑proofing (Poka‑Yoke).

Leadership & Change Management

• Lead and develop a team of manufacturing engineers, automation engineers, and technical specialists.
• Act as a change leader, driving adoption of new technologies and ways of working on the shop floor.
• Develop technical capability and digital skills within the operations team.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all automation and digital solutions comply with electrical safety, machinery safety, and applicable industry standards.
• Support compliance with customer, regulatory, and certification requirements specific to switchboards.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 8–12+ years of experience in manufacturing, with strong exposure to:
• Electrical product or switchboard manufacturing
• Automation, robotics, and industrial digitalization
• Proven experience implementing MES, digital work instructions, or smart factory solutions.
• Strong understanding of switchboard production processes (fabrication, assembly, wiring, testing).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage transformational change.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $122,951 - $210,773 annually with a target incentive of 15% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Pay Transparency

Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws.

Application Deadline

This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about theirpersonal information. To learn more, click here .

Criminal History

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