Nike · 1 hour ago
Lead Product Development Engineer, Automation Controls & Safety , Air MI
St. Charles, Missouri
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
6+ years expNike is seeking a Lead Product Development Engineer for Automation Controls & Safety within their Air MI division. This role involves leading automation solutioning, technology scouting, and playbook development while collaborating with various teams to implement scalable automation solutions.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleProduct DesignRetailSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Own the technical roadmap for automation themes, including technology scouting, solution definition, and playbook development
Scout and evaluate new technologies for feasibility and impact; define PoC protocols and success criteria
Lead PoC development and pilot execution, partnering with vendors and internal teams to validate solutions
Develop and maintain playbooks for scalable deployment, including BOMs, drawings, standards, and acceptance criteria
Collaborate with site engineering and integration teams to ensure solutions are production-ready and meet business needs
Drive benefit validation and readiness for scale, working closely with the Global Process Owner and Finance
Provide technical leadership and training to cross-functional teams on new automation solutions and standards
Communicate progress, risks, and learnings to leadership and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience or training
Minimum 6 years' experience in automation solution development, controls, or robotics
Proven experience leading automation projects from concept through pilot and scale
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels
Experience with structured problem solving and technology scouting
Familiarity with automation project lifecycle (PoC → Pilot → Scale)
Knowledge of robotic systems (ABB, Denso), vision systems (Keyence, Cognex), and integration to MES/WMS and OT security standards
Experience developing technical playbooks and solution standards for scalable deployment
Strong vendor management and external partnership skills
Company
Nike
Nike is a retail brand that provides the sale of apparel, footwear, sports equipment, and accessory products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$239MKey Investors
Pershing Square Capital Management
2024-08-17Post Ipo Equity· $239M
1980-12-02IPO
Leadership Team
Elliott Hill
President and Chief Executive Officer
Muge Erdirik Dogan
EVP & Chief Technology Officer, NIKE, Inc.
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