Senior Robotics & Automation Engineering Leader

GE Appliances, a Haier company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, Louisville, KY, is seeking a Senior Manager to drive robotic automation strategy across manufacturing facilities. You will lead complex projects, standardize controls, and ensure safety and quality while guiding a team of engineers.

You will collaborate with operations leadership, implement new technologies, and apply Lean/HOP principles to improve efficiency. This role requires travel and technical leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on experience in robotic and controls engineering.
• Advanced degree preferred; technical degree required.
• Experience with OEM integrators of industrial robotic workstations.

Responsibilities

• Lead robotic automation vision and align with GE business goals.
• Oversee complex automation projects, budgets, and delivery timelines.
• Serve as go-to expert in robotics, control systems, and safety.
• Mentor a team of engineers and foster innovation.
• Research and implement new robotics technologies and vision systems.
• Bridge project teams with plant operations and leadership.

Skills

Robotics engineering

Electrical controls

Automation in manufacturing

Education

Technical Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

FANUC robots

ABB robots

FANUC Roboguide

ABB RobotStudio

PROFICY

RXLOGIX

SIMATIC

Job description

GE Appliances, a Haier company, Louisville, KY, is seeking a Senior Manager to drive robotic automation strategy across manufacturing facilities. You will lead complex projects, standardize controls, and ensure safety and quality while guiding a team of engineers.

You will collaborate with operations leadership, implement new technologies, and apply Lean/HOP principles to improve efficiency. This role requires travel and technical leadership.