Automation & Digitalization Leader: Shape Smart Manufacturing

HARTING Technology Group

Elgin (IL)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Base salary and bonus structure
Discretionary annual bonus
21 days PTO; more with tenure
Medical, dental, vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Parental leave; tuition and fitness Re
Paid holidays and generous PTO

Job summary

HARTING Americas, part of HARTING Technology Group, seeks a Head of Automation & Digitalization to lead automation projects from concept to implementation. The role aligns with global engineering standards, drives operational excellence, and supports global expansion initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have a technical degree in mechatronics/robotics, experience with custom equipment, and strong leadership skills to develop talent and collaborate across markets and supply

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, robotics, or similar.
  • Experience in custom equipment development, industrial automation, robotics, or integrated manufacturing systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Experience working in an international environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead automation development projects from concept through implementation.
  • Align with global engineering standards and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate with the U.S. market, including customer, production teams and supply chain.
  • Test and implement digital solutions in a hands-on environment.
  • Support plant and layout expansion in a dynamic, fast-moving setting.
  • Train others and develop talent.

Skills

Automation development
Robotics
Industrial controls
Cross-functional leadership
Digitalization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics/Robotics

Tools

PLC architecture
Motion systems
Electrical design

Job description

HARTING Americas, part of HARTING Technology Group, seeks a Head of Automation & Digitalization to lead automation projects from concept to implementation. The role aligns with global engineering standards, drives operational excellence, and supports global expansion initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have a technical degree in mechatronics/robotics, experience with custom equipment, and strong leadership skills to develop talent and collaborate across markets and supply

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