Lead Automation Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Plan and execute automation projects in collaboration with Plant, Manufacturing Engineering (ME), and cross-functional teams.
• Identify automation opportunities in Pressure Die Casting (PDC) and Machine Shop operations to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Take responsibility for all technical and engineering aspects of automation projects.
• Ensure successful project execution within defined timelines and budgets.
• Drive cost optimization through innovative automation solutions and technical expertise.
• Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery and implementation of automation projects.
• Monitor project performance, savings, equipment utilization, power consumption, tool consumption, water usage, and AMC costs.
• Improve equipment reliability by reducing MTTR (Mean Time to Repair) and enhancing MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures).
• Ensure compliance with statutory, technical and safety requirements

during project executions and installation.

Preferred Expertise

Robot Programming:

• FANUC
• ABB
• KUKA

PLC Programming:

• Mitsubishi
• Siemens

SAP End User Knowledge