Job Description Summary: This role sits within our Technical Innovation & Supply Chain organization and directly contributes to the digital transformation of our global equipment platforms-connecting innovation with operational excellence. As a Senior Manager and Senior Electronics Engineer, you'll be at the center of advancing Coca-Cola's equipment technology, building solutions that empower bottlers, suppliers, and partners to deliver beverages efficiently, sustainably, and seamlessly across markets.
We're seeking a leader who combines deep technical expertise in electronics, systems integration, and IoT with a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate thrives in complex environments, translating technical discovery into scalable solutions for commercialization. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape how Coca-Cola leverages technology across our system-from concept to global trial-and to influence design and deployment strategies through data-driven engineering.
What You'll Do for Us- Lead development and validation of connected equipment platforms, integrating advanced electronic systems, IoT technologies, and sustainability principles into Coca-Cola's next-generation beverage equipment.
- Manage technical programs involving OEMs, suppliers, bottlers, engineering, and operations teams across multiple markets, ensuring performance alignment and fit-for-market execution.
- Coordinate global field trials by establishing technical requirements, aligning cross-functional teams, and executing validation programs that measure functionality, performance, and commercial readiness.
- Develop technical documentation and Statements of Work (SOWs) to define scope, milestones, and deliverables for vendor and partner engagements.
- Monitor program performance through data analytics and system KPIs-including connectivity, energy usage, operational efficiency, and equipment reliability-to enable informed decision-making.
- Collaborate with internal engineering groups and external manufacturing partners to address design risks, resolve technical challenges, and ensure alignment with sustainability and operational objectives.
- Lead evaluation of electronic systems and embedded technologies that enhance equipment user experience, energy performance, and IoT integration.
- Partner across regional teams-spanning North America, Latin America, and Europe-to drive testing, validation, and deployment efforts for new equipment solutions.
- Ensure project governance through proactive risk identification, alignment to timelines, and coordination between technical stakeholders and commercial teams.
- Support continuous innovation by integrating lessons learned from trials and pilot programs into future design iterations and technical standards.
Requirements & Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related technical discipline; Master's degree preferred or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in electronics design, systems engineering, or technical program management related to connected or smart equipment.
- Proven ability to lead multi-market technology trials and translate field validation data into actionable engineering insights.
- Strong foundation in IoT architecture, embedded systems development, and communications protocols used in connected devices.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating suppliers and OEMs within large-scale engineering programs involving complex mechanical and electronic integration.
- Working knowledge of data analytics and AI-enabled tools for performance monitoring, sustainability modeling, and predictive maintenance.
- Familiarity with international technical standards, compliance testing, and safety requirements applicable to commercial equipment and electronics.
- Proficiency in digital collaboration tools to manage remote cross-functional teams and maintain clear lines of communication with partners.
- Strong skills in program management, financial tracking, and technical documentation for Statements of Work and validation deliverables.
- Ability to balance innovation and practical execution-translating technical design into real-world performance outcomes that support Coca-Cola's sustainability and operational goals.
What We'll Do for You- Provide the scope and resources to lead engineering programs that shape the future of Coca-Cola's connected equipment platform strategy.
- Enable access to cross-functional innovation networks spanning global technology hubs, regional partners, and advanced manufacturing collaborations.
- Offer opportunities to explore emerging technologies-from IoT sensing and data connectivity to sustainability modeling-within a global system context.
- Support continued professional growth through exposure to large-scale, multi-market engineering initiatives that influence how Coca-Cola delivers beverages worldwide.
The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
Skills:Concept to Production, Data Driven, Electrical Engineering, End-to-End Testing, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Project Management, Research Development, Technical Requirements
Pay Range:United States: 131,000 - 153,000 USD
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15
Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.
Location(s):United States of America
City/Cities:Atlanta
Travel Required:00% - 25%
Relocation Provided:No
Job Posting End Date:November 22, 2026
