Lead Robotics & Automation Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Robotics&Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting robotics, and digital transformation initiatives across manufacturing operations. The role focuses on improving safety, quality, productivity, sustainability, and operational efficiency through the application of industrial automation, Industry 4.0 technologies, AI-enabled solutions
The candidate will work closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, IT/Digital Technology, and external suppliers to deliver automation projects from concept through implementation while ensuring reliable and sustainable plant.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead robotics and automation transformation projects from concept, engineering, commissioning, and handover to production
• Support manufacturing operations by ensuring the reliability, optimization, and continuous improvement of automation systems
• Utilize Industry 4.0 technologies, industrial networking, AI-enabled applications, and data analytics to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, IT/Digital Technology, and external suppliers to deliver effective technical solutions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating emerging technologies and promoting digital innovation across manufacturing operations

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical and/or electronics engineering, automation engineering, robotics engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experience implementing industrial automation systems in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with industrial networking and automation architectures
• Knowledge of industrial databases and manufacturing data collection systems
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, HMI, SCADA, Industrial instrumentation, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Servo systems
• Good verbal and written skills in English and Turkish
• Willing to work at Gebze plant

Desired Characteristics:

• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated abilty to analyze and resolve problems
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
• Established project management skills
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Experience integrating OT and IT systems
• Reduce downtime through effective troubleshooting and sustainable corrective actions
• Experience at Improving equipment reliability, OEE, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency
• Contributed organization's digital transformation strategy by identifying and implementing innovative technologies

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