Bachelor's degree in engineering (Automation, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or similar)
5+ years in manufacturing automation and/or digitalization (3 years with an advanced degree)
Hands-on experience with PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or equivalent), HMI/SCADA systems
Strong understanding of manufacturing environments (foundry or heavy industrial preferred)
Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Opex frameworks
Legal eligibility for employment in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
Responsibilities
Design and optimize automation solutions for investment casting processes
Enhance PLC, HMI, SCADA systems for reliability and automation
Identify and implement automation opportunities to reduce manual effort and waste
Collaborate on controls standards and system upgrades with maintenance and engineering
Lead digital transformation and data collection initiatives
Develop data pipelines from shop-floor systems to analytics platforms
Support continuous improvement initiatives including Lean and Six Sigma
Benefits
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture
Company paid health and wellness benefits
Paid time off and paid holidays
401K savings plan with company match
Family building benefits
Parental leave
Full Job Description
A Snapshot of Your Day
As a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer with Siemens Energy's Blades and Vanes team, you implement, drive, and own Automation & Digitalization initiatives within our investment casting facility. You work hands-on to modernize manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, quality, and data visibility across operations. A key part of your role is leading manufacturing automation, including advanced robotics, automated shell lines, and production automation. You partner closely with operations, engineering, and digital teams to take ideas from concept through implementation. Each day, you help turn smart manufacturing solutions into real, measurable improvements on the shop floor.
How You'll Make an Impact
Automation & Manufacturing Systems
Design and optimize automation solutions for investment casting processes (wax, shell, melt, pour, finishing, inspection).
Enhance PLC, HMI, SCADA systems for improved reliability and automation throughout.
Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort and waste through automation.
Collaborate with maintenance and engineering on controls standards and system upgrades.
Digitalization & Smart Manufacturing
Lead digital transformation initiatives, data collection, digital work instructions, and process dashboards.
Develop data pipelines from shop-floor systems to analytics platforms.
Support Industry 4.0 concepts like connected equipment and predictive insights.
Process Improvement & Collaboration
Partner with operations, quality, IT, and engineering to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma).
Provide technical leadership for pilot projects and full-scale deployments and train staff in new systems and digital tools.
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Automation, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or similar).
5 or more years of experience in manufacturing automation and/or digitalization or 3 years with an advanced degree.
Hands-on experience with PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or equivalent), HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial networks.
Strong understanding of manufacturing environments (foundry or heavy industrial preferred).
Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Opex frameworks.
This position may require an export license from the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Issuance of any required license is a prerequisite for this position.
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency in Python, SQL, Power BI, or similar analytics tools.
Project management experience in automation or digital initiatives.
About the Team
Gas Services
Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.
Rewards
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture
Company paid Health and wellness benefits
Paid Time Off and paid holidays
401K savings plan with company match
Family building benefits
Parental leave
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