Senior Lead Automation Engineer – High Volume Automation

Job title:

Senior Lead Automation Engineer – High Volume Automation

Company

Celestica

Job description

Req ID: 126503
Remote Position: No
Region: Europe
Country: Ireland
State/Province: Galway
City: GalwayGeneral OverviewFunctional Area: Engineering
Career Stream: Design Engineering Systems Applications
SAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-DSA
Job Level: Level 09
Direct/Indirect Indicator: IndirectSummaryCelestica Galway (Ireland) offers a thrilling opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in designing, implementing, and optimizing automated manufacturing systems for our high-volume production lines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation technologies, a proven track record of improving manufacturing efficiency, and the ability to lead complex projects from conception to completion.In this dynamic role, you will lead the charge in delivering cutting-edge projects, optimizing processes, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and quality. With a focus on impact-driven solutions and a collaborative work culture, this role promises a stimulating journey in engineering excellence.Detailed Description

• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions for high-volume manufacturing processes. Execute the developed solutions within a regulated environment, ensuring proper change management processes are followed internally and with customers.
• Lead the planning, execution, and commissioning of automation projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets. Prepare and manage the capital package from concept through to project closure
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation system issues, minimizing downtime and maximizing production output.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and maintenance, to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Work closely with industry leading suppliers to Evaluate and recommend new automation technologies and equipment to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements for automated systems.
• Conduct performance analysis and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance automation system reliability.
• Ongoing development of tooling for a comprehensive set of complex machines and mechanical process steps within a manufacturing sector.
• Assessment of the capabilities of machines and process applications using Design of Experiments
• Understanding and providing feedback on customer’s technical requirements to team members and management.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Project Management – Ability to manage/lead complex, multiple line engineering projects that may also involve other functions. Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and people aspects of the project. Able to create a project/change management plan and ensure that the project is delivered within the assigned time and budget. Ability to recognize project barriers and develop mitigation plans
• Leadership – Demonstrate “People & Team Leadership Behaviours” as per Celestica Leadership Imperatives.
• The following competencies may also be required: Coaching/Mentoring; Communication/Negotiation/Presentation; Creative Problem Solving; Customer Interaction/Stakeholder Management; Quality & Lean; Working Effectively with Others; PFMEA; 8D/Corrective Action; Equipment Safety; Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Good Time Management skills
• Ability to effectively communicate manufacturing plans, proposals and results.
• Excellent communication Skills both written and verbal
• Creative Problem Solving; Customer Interaction/Stakeholder Management; Quality & Lean; Working Effectively with Others; D/PFMEA; 8D/Corrective Action; Equipment Safety; Design of Experiments (DOE);
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
• Strong report writing, presentation & data analytical capabilities.
• Strong people leadership skills

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience

• Strong proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley), HMI development, and SCADA systems. Familiarity with software applications (C, C++, Python etc) and the suitability of or interaction between PC & PLC based solutions
• Experience with robotics, vision systems, and other automation technologies.
• Experience of machine safety and associated regulations from equipment design through documentation
• Understanding of technical mechanical drawings and experience of documentation of hardware and software designs suitable for implementation in a regulated industry
• Mechanical and/or electrical hands-on experience in troubleshooting, diagnosing and guiding technicians to repair a complex machine in a high-volume environment.
• Someone with an ability to initiate and lead change, collaborate and create alignment, drive accountability, think critically and make sound decisions
• Someone that has previous experience with customer Management and a knowledge of customer and regulatory requirements
• Someone that has previous experience of coaching and mentoring junior engineers.

Typical Education

• Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, Automation with a 5+ years’ relevant experience
• Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

NotesThis job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

Expected salary

Location

Galway

Job date

Fri, 16 May 2025 00:52:06 GMT

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