Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Job Family: Research & Development

Req ID: 424496

Smart infrastructure from Siemens makes the world a more connected and caring place – where resources are valued, where impact on the world is considered, where sustainable energy is delivered reliably and efficiently. It provides the flexible infrastructure to allow society to evolve and respond to changing conditions. Technology and the ingenuity of people come together to be at one with our environments and to care for our world. We do this from the macro to the micro level, from physical products, components and systems to connected, cloud-based digital offerings and services. Siemens offers a broad portfolio of grid control and automation; low- and medium-voltage power distribution, switching and control; and building automation, fire safety and security, HVAC control and energy solutions. Looking for challenging role?

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Manager for Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0 to lead and manage our digitalization and smart manufacturing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing engineering, IT-OT integration, and project management with proven expertise in implementing Industry 4.0 solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership & Strategy:

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aligned with organizational goals.

• Manage cross-functional teams to drive successful implementation of Industry 4.0 initiatives, smart automation, and digitalization projects.

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of Greenfield and Brownfield projects from inception to completion.

2. Digitalization & Industry 4.0:

• Implement smart factory technologies including IoT, autonomous robots, digital twins, and augmented reality.

• Drive initiatives for process automation, data analytics, and predictive maintenance.

• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to improve productivity, quality, and cost-efficiency.

3. IT-OT Integration:

• Manage IT-OT infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless integration of MES, SAP, and other enterprise systems.

• Oversee the development and deployment of IT infrastructure, including on-premises and cloud solutions.

• Ensure cybersecurity and data privacy compliance across digital platforms.

4. Project Management:

• Lead multiple projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.

• Manage capital expenditure planning (CapEx) and operational expenditure (OpEx).

• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects.

5. Operational Excellence:

• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production and shop floor operations.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation and control plans.

6. Team Management & Collaboration:

• Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Provide mentorship and development opportunities for team members.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to benchmark and implement best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• Over 15 years of professional experience in manufacturing, digital transformation, and project management.

• Extensive experience with Industry 4.0 technologies and smart factory implementations.

• Strong background in IT-OT integration, MES, SAP, and cybersecurity.

• Proven track record of managing large-scale Greenfield and Brownfield projects.

• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous process improvement.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

• International project exposure and ability to work in a global environment is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Automation Tools (RPA, BI, MI, AI).

• Knowledge of IoT, RFID, BLE, and sensor networks.

• Experience with cloud computing, data lakes, and data warehousing.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MS Project, JIRA, and other project management tools.

• Proficiency in CNC and PLC programming, SCADA systems, and robotics.

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