Senior Electrical & Automation Engineer Details | Nestle Operational Services SA

Position: Senior Electrical & Automation Engineer Job Details | Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA
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At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

As a Senior Electrical & Automation Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain electrical, automation, MES, and digital systems that support reliable and efficient manufacturing operations. You will develop deep process knowledge of production lines and apply your expertise to troubleshoot complex issues and drive continuous improvement.

You will lead end-to-end electrical and automation engineering projects, managing the full project lifecycle from concept through commissioning. This includes developing technical documentation and specifications, overseeing procurement, programming and configuring systems, and supporting installation, startup, and commissioning activities.

In this role, you will serve as a technical expert and trusted resource for operators and technicians by providing hands-on support, guidance, and training. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, support operational goals, and advance electrical and automation capabilities across the facility.

Responsibilities

Develop Engineering Capability (10%):

* Develop and deliver technical training materials to ensure personnel operating and maintaining E&A equipment are competent, safe, and efficient.

* Conduct competency assessments to evaluate the skills of the factory personnel.

* Provide guidance and support in enhancing the factory's technical capabilities.

Drive Process Improvements (20%):

* Gain deep understanding of production processes and act directly to continuously improve quality, safety, and efficiency while safeguarding technological know-how and competitive advantage.

* Identify areas for improvement and implement innovative solutions to enhance process performance.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process optimization initiatives.

Ensure Reliable Operation and Maintenance (20%):

* Participate in the implementation and execution of maintenance strategies, tools, and methodologies.

* Ensure the safe and reliable operation of electrical systems, instrumentation, process and supervisory control, and manufacturing execution systems (MES).

* Utilize digital technologies to drive reliability and process improvements.

Manage Risk and Compliance (5%):

* Ensure compliance with market and corporate safety, health, environment, product safety, and product quality standards for all E&A installations.

* Maintain up-to-date E&A documentation, including electrical drawings, automation documentation, backups, and maintenance plans.

* Establish effective management of change processes to handle modifications involving E&A systems.

Promote Sustainability (10%):

* Contribute actively to factory sustainability objectives by identifying opportunities for energy and water savings.

* Track and report results of improvement projects related to sustainability and non-sustainability areas.

* Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to drive sustainability initiatives.

Manage Factory Asset Portfolio (5%):

* Contribute to the asset management strategy by anticipating end-of-life, obsolescence, and replacement requirements.

* Ensure timely stakeholder awareness for capital planning purposes related to E&A assets.

* Balance asset performance and cost competitiveness when making asset-related decisions.

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