Lead Automation Engineer – Ground-Up Factory

Ferrero SpA

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 114,450 - 160,230

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)
Annual performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive health and financial wellness benefits

Job summary

Ferrero SpA in Chicago is hiring an Automation Expert Engineer to lead the automation strategy for a new flagship manufacturing facility. This role involves designing and optimizing control systems to ensure efficiency in production.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in automation engineering within fast-moving consumer goods and will be responsible for overseeing system integration and project management.

This role requires in-person attendance and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of automation engineering experience in manufacturing.
  • Proven leadership in managing large-scale automation projects.
  • Hands-on experience with robotics and motion control.

Responsibilities

  • Lead specification and design of automation systems.
  • Ensure integration and optimization of production systems.
  • Manage project budgets and vendor relationships.

Skills

Automation expertise
Project management
Vendor management
Problem-solving
PLC programming
Innovation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, Automation, or related fields
Master's degree preferred

Tools

PLC programming
HMI/SCADA platforms

Job description

Ferrero SpA in Chicago is hiring an Automation Expert Engineer to lead the automation strategy for a new flagship manufacturing facility. This role involves designing and optimizing control systems to ensure efficiency in production.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in automation engineering within fast-moving consumer goods and will be responsible for overseeing system integration and project management.

This role requires in-person attendance and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary and performance bonuses.

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