Senior Manager, Connected Equipment & IoT

The Coca-Cola Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Senior Manager and Senior Electronics Engineer to lead development of connected beverage equipment across global markets. You will drive IoT-enabled platforms, validate concepts, and coordinate cross-functional teams from concept to global trial.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in electronics design and systems engineering, with strong analytics, supplier coordination, and a passion for sustainable, scalable solutions that impact operations worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related technical discipline; Master’s degree preferred or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electronics design, systems engineering, or technical program management related to connected or smart equipment.
• Proven ability to lead multi-market technology trials and translate field validation data into actionable engineering insights.
• Strong foundation in IoT architecture, embedded systems development, and communications protocols used in connected devices.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating suppliers and OEMs within large-scale engineering programs involving complex mechanical and electronic integration.
• Working knowledge of data analytics and AI-enabled tools for performance monitoring, sustainability modeling, and predictive maintenance.
• Familiarity with international technical standards, compliance testing, and safety requirements applicable to commercial equipment and electronics.
• Proficiency in digital collaboration tools to manage remote cross-functional teams and maintain clear lines of communication with partners.
• Strong skills in program management, financial tracking, and technical documentation for Statements of Work and validation deliverables.
• Ability to balance innovation and practical execution—translating technical design into real-world performance outcomes that support Coca-cola’s sustainability and operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and validation of connected equipment platforms, integrating advanced electronic systems, IoT technologies, and sustainability principles into Coca‑Cola’s next-generation beverage equipment.
• Manage technical programs involving OEMs, suppliers, bottlers, engineering, and operations teams across multiple markets, ensuring performance alignment and fit-for-market execution.
• Coordinate global field trials by establishing technical requirements, aligning cross-functional teams, and executing validation programs that measure functionality, performance, and commercial readiness.
• Develop technical documentation and Statements of Work (SOWs) to define scope, milestones, and deliverables for vendor and partner engagements.
• Monitor program performance through data analytics and system KPIs—including connectivity, energy usage, operational efficiency, and equipment reliability—to enable informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal engineering groups and external manufacturing partners to address design risks, resolve technical challenges, and ensure alignment with sustainability and operational objectives.
• Lead evaluation of electronic systems and embedded technologies that enhance equipment user experience, energy performance, and IoT integration.
• Partner across regional teams—spanning North America, Latin America, and Europe—to drive testing, validation, and deployment efforts for new equipment solutions.
• Ensure project governance through proactive risk identification, alignment to timelines, and coordination between technical stakeholders and commercial teams.
• Support continuous innovation by integrating lessons learned from trials and pilot programs into future design iterations and technical standards.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Electronics design

IoT architecture

Embedded systems

Program management

Data analytics

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Senior Manager and Senior Electronics Engineer to lead development of connected beverage equipment across global markets. You will drive IoT-enabled platforms, validate concepts, and coordinate cross-functional teams from concept to global trial.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in electronics design and systems engineering, with strong analytics, supplier coordination, and a passion for sustainable, scalable solutions that impact operations worldwide.