What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Engineer - Digital and Automation position at Nestlé Purina North America?
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.
Position Summary
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Digital Transformation is at the center of all that we do. With data-driven innovators passionate about making a difference in the lives of pets, we create cutting-edge digital and automation solutions that solve complex problems at scale. You’ll be at the forefront of digital advancements as they happen in real time, as well as ensure we remain a leader and innovator in the pet care category. Have a hand in making a lasting impact within our long-standing history.
As a Senior Engineer in Digital & Automation, you’ll lead digital transformation initiatives across engineering design and manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will apply advanced controls, vision systems, sensor fusion, and robotics to improve production efficiency, product quality, and operational performance while accelerating innovation across a global manufacturing network. This role requires strong technology leadership and digital integration mindset.
Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
Job Requisition: 406327
#Salaried
Position Summary
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Digital Transformation is at the center of all that we do. With data-driven innovators passionate about making a difference in the lives of pets, we create cutting-edge digital and automation solutions that solve complex problems at scale. You’ll be at the forefront of digital advancements as they happen in real time, as well as ensure we remain a leader and innovator in the pet care category. Have a hand in making a lasting impact within our long-standing history.
As a Senior Engineer in Digital & Automation, you’ll lead digital transformation initiatives across engineering design and manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will apply advanced controls, vision systems, sensor fusion, and robotics to improve production efficiency, product quality, and operational performance while accelerating innovation across a global manufacturing network. This role requires strong technology leadership and digital integration mindset.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies in machine vision, spectroscopy, sensor fusion, advanced automation, and robotics to drive continuous innovation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, bridge process knowledge, controls, sensing, data, and physical automation to convert business needs into robust, scalable digital solutions
- Lead proof of concept, validation, integration, and industrialization of digital solutions to enable real-time data processing, analysis, control, and decision-making
- Optimize production lines by designing and establishing digital and automation standards and ensure successful deployment and adoption across factories
- Perform system assessment, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement for manufacturing processes
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 5 of experience in applying advanced knowledge of data analytics, machine vision, or robotics to build practical, scalable solutions
- Expertise in industrial automation, information technology, and software engineering is preferred
- Excellent analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills is preferred
- Excellent communication, visualization, and teamwork skills is preferred
- Proven ability to lead technical projects from concept to completion is preferred
- Ability to travel up to 30%
Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
Job Requisition: 406327
#Salaried
Salary : $100,000 - $132,000