Sensaria · 2 weeks ago
Director of Engineering - Automation
Triangle Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expSensaria is a leader in the Wall Decor and Print-On-Demand industry, seeking a Director of Engineering specializing in Automation. This role involves leading engineering functions with a focus on automation, overseeing teams, managing capital projects, and driving process improvements across multiple facilities.
ArtGraphic DesignHome DecorPrinting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robotics, vision systems, conveyors, and material handling
Develop and execute an engineering and automation strategy aligned with production goals, growth plans, and operational excellence initiatives across multiple sites
Lead manufacturing capital projects from concept, justification, and design through installation, commissioning, and handoff to operations through identifying and executing significant flow processes
Support and foster robust communication and coordination with Continuous Improvement/Lean Manager regarding plant processes, maximizing line design efficiency and uptime while minimizing waste
Work in partnership with site leaders such as line designs and system rollouts are comprehensively implemented, adhered to, and yield chartered rates and efficiencies on a sustained basis
Support site leadership with the optimization of direct and indirect labor
Ensuring manufacturing processes are robust, repeatable, and capable of meeting quality and regulatory requirements
Provide technical leadership for root cause analysis, corrective actions, and long-term process improvements
Oversee engineering support for new product introductions (NPI), including design for manufacturability and automation readiness
Oversee the quality function, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations
Collaborate with maintenance to improve equipment reliability and preventive maintenance process and strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field)
10+ years of progressive engineering experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment
5+ years of engineering leadership experience managing teams and complex projects
Previous experience with engineering production lines and systems in an on-demand / engineered-order environment
Strong background in manufacturing automation, controls, and industrial systems, including design, execution, and completion of 3 to 5 fully executed automation projects
Proven experience leading large-scale capital projects
Preferred
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience preferred
Ensuring manufacturing processes are robust, repeatable, and capable of meeting quality and regulatory requirements
Provide technical leadership for root cause analysis, corrective actions, and long-term process improvements
Own the strategy for manufacturing automation, including PLCs, robotics, vision systems, MES integration, and industrial data systems
Identify, justify, and implement automation solutions to improve safety, quality, throughput, and labor efficiency
Oversee controls architecture, system standardization, cybersecurity considerations, and lifecycle management
Partner with IT/OT teams to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure automation systems
Experience with capital expenditures, meeting business plan objectives and executing business per the plan
Benefits
Vacation days
Sick days
Paid holidays
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid floating holiday
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
STD
LTD
Optional Life insurance
Opportunities for professional development
Company
Sensaria
Sensaria offers decor, art, framing, art, design curation, and printing services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Cousin
Chief Executive Officer
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