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Henkel · 1 day ago

Digital Engineer

Henkel is a company that is shaping the future through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. They are seeking a Digital Engineer to manage the digitization strategy, lead deployment of Smart Factory systems, and support plant leadership with data analysis to enhance operational efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Manage the digitization strategy and its ongoing maintenance, ensuring alignment with operational goals
Lead deployment and support of Smart Factory and manufacturing Execution System (MES) systems, collaborating with IT and regional teams to enhance production, material handling, and logistics functions
Support plant leadership by analyzing data from Smart Factory systems, SAP, and machine outputs to enable informed, value-driven decision-making
Provide daily assistance to end users by navigating digital systems, including troubleshooting SAP Graphical user Interface (GUI) integration and ensuring seamless workflow continuity
Conduct training sessions and develop documentation to ensure staff proficiency in Smart Factory systems, addressing knowledge gaps and promoting system adoption
Analyze historical production trends and system usage to identify and implement process improvements, update planning rates in SAP, and enhance operational efficiency
Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives by supporting OEE deployment, leveraging digital tools to develop and track world-class KPIs

Qualification

Smart Factory systemsSAPMESData AnalyticsERP systemsAnalytical skillsOrganizational changeProject managementCommunication skillsLeadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related technical field, with 2-5 years of relevant experience, including project management
Ambition to lead complex operational and digital transformation projects within multi-stakeholder environments, driving efficiency and measurable outcomes
Strong understanding of ERP, MES, and database systems, including master data principles and digital interfaces (e.g., Industry 4.0 technologies)
Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to generate insights from data and build financial business cases to support operational decisions
Skilled in driving organizational change, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and adapting leadership style to collaborative, cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly, train others in digital systems, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and digital fluency

Benefits

Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1!
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement

Company

Henkel leads with innovations, brands, and technologies to create sustainable value.

H1B Sponsorship

Henkel has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (15)
2024 (16)
2023 (23)
2022 (4)
2021 (10)
2020 (11)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
1985-10-11IPO

Leadership Team

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Carsten Knobel
Chief Executive Officer
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Chelly Cruz
Digital Marketing Specialist
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