Technical Lead Automation Engineering
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Job Summary
Where do people love what they do and being great at what they do
At Swisslog thats where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company thats harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result Were transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe giving them the vital edge in their markets.
Make an impact
We are looking for a Technical Lead in Controls Software who enjoys helping people grow while staying close to the technology. You will lead a small team and spend roughly half your time hands on in realization projects and when needed commissioning on site. Your technical knowledge will be a daily support to the team and to live sites.
You will motivate the team plan resources across projects and keep communication open with colleagues in different departments at Swisslog and across regions. You will allocate tasks follow up on progress and make it easy for the team to do excellent work. This role does not include formal personnel responsibility but you will set the pace day to day nurture a supportive team culture and help people perform at their best while keeping plans on track.
- Lead and motivate a small controls team of aprox. 6 team members set clear goals and keep a steady pace.
- Plan resources and prioritize work across projects keeping plans and tools current and easy to follow.
- Match team capacity to demand allocate tasks and remove blockers early.
- Be the first technical contact for Sales Technology & Software and other departments across regions.
- Contribute hands on to realization projects and support commissioning when needed.
- Review software and other technical documentations.
- Keep processes instructions and guidelines practical and up to date.
- Coordinate with Production Test Site and Customer Service to meet agreed support time frames.
- Keep information flowing by sharing key updates with the team and your manager.
What you need to succeed
- A degree in Automation Engineering or a similar field with a university Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering preferred.
- Five to seven years of engineering experience; intralogistics exposure is a plus.
- Strong automation and PLC programming skills ideally Siemens TIA Portal with Structured Text or Function Blocks.
- Solid hardware understanding across sensors motors control systems and system integration.
- Experience leading a team or workstream without formal personnel responsibility.
- A coaching style that motivates sets clear priorities and builds trust.
- Clear timely communication with stakeholders across departments and regions.
- Calm structured handling of plans priorities and escalations.
- Fluent English; additional languages are welcome.
Our promise to you
Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.
Join us on this journey and youll be part of a global enterprise thats proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential in a team thats united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.
About Swisslog
Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. Were a team of 3000 experts from 50 countries serving some of the worlds largest and most exciting brands. Together were implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.
Join the journey!
If you think a career with Swisslog could be what you are looking for wed love to hear from you.
Were looking forward to receiving your application!
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About Company
KUKA is one of the world’s leading suppliers of intelligent robotics, plant and systems engineering and is driving digitization in industry.
