Digital Manufacturing Engineer
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Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Responsibilities;
- Develop/Review System Specifications: Design and build detailed specifications for automation systems integrated with Industry 4.0 infrastructure including IoT-enabled devices smart sensors and data platforms for predictive maintenance quality control and supply chain optimization
- Automation Standards Expertise: Apply knowledge of general automation standards (e.g. IEC 61131 for PLC programing ISO 50001 for energy management in manufacturing and Japanese-specific standards like JIS B 8430 for industrial robots) to ensure compliance and efficiency in production lines.
- Convey End-User Needs: Act as the bridge between Sikas manufacturing teams (as end-users focused on digital transformation) and external systems integrators translating business requirements into technical scopes RFPs and implementation plans to drive seamless adoption of digital tools.
- OT Protocol Implementation: Hands-on configuration and integration of Operational Technology (OT) protocols such as OPC UA MQTT EtherNet/IP to enable secure data exchange between shop-floor equipment and enterprise systems.
- Project Management and Alignment: Lead cross-functional projects to align a new project in Japan with Sikas global transformation strategy including automation real-time monitoring via industrial devices.
- Hands-On Technical Work: Perform prototyping testing and troubleshooting of automated systems while collaborating with teams on PLC/DCS programming and IIoT deployments.
- Communication and Stakeholder Management: Facilitate workshops presentations and reports to communicate progress risks and benefits to internal stakeholders.
- Continuous Improvement: Recommend upgrades to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Chemical Engineering Mechatronics or a related field.
- Experience: 5 years in manufacturing engineering. Experience in Automation or Digitalization in Industry
- Technical Skills: Must
- Proficiency in building specifications for hardware and software.
- Strong familiarity with OT protocols like OPC UA for machine-to-machine communication.
- Hands-on experience with automation tools PLC programming and/or Software development.
- Knowledge of data analytics platforms/technologies
- Well understand the IS0 22400 standard
- Basic understand SAP functionality such as MESEWMTMS
- Soft Skills: Excellent management and communication abilities to align diverse teams negotiate with integrators and present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English.
その他の情報 :
Locations: Nakahara plant (Hiratsuka Kanagawa)
Organization: Engineer and Maintenance (17 people)
Report to: Engineering manager (Japanese)
Subordinate: None
Travelling: 10% at mainly domestic
Working style: Flexible time (Hybrid: 2 to 3 days per week at WFH)
1st interview: In Japanese
2nd interview: In English
When you apply for please send both resume in Japanese and in English.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- CNC Programming
- Lean
- Machining
- Tooling
- CAD
- CNC
- Assembly Experience
- SolidWorks
- Kaizen
- Manufacturing
About Company
With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing ... View more
