Manufacturing Automation Engineer

Avery Dennison

. Develop and execute a five-year strategic automation roadmap .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • Sri LankaSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing strategic automation roadmaps, with a strong focus on manufacturing automation technologies such as AGVs, robotics, and cobots. Proven ability to lead complex engineering projects while mentoring technical teams and interfacing with senior leadership.

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Engineering DegreeAutomation Project ManagementAutoCAD ProficiencyIndustrial Electrical SystemsSix Sigma Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Automation EngineeringControls EngineeringProject TrackingTechnical Problem SolvingManufacturing ProcessesCapital Equipment PurchasingP&ID DevelopmentPFD DevelopmentRobotics ImplementationAGV Systems

Soft Skills

Technical MentorshipVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectSmartsheetAutoCAD

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing AutomationHigh-Volume ProductionPneumatic SystemsHydraulic SystemsSix SigmaELS Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a five-year strategic automation roadmap
Define the technical scope for manufacturing automation projects, including AGVs, robotics, and cobots
Lead and coordinate complex, long-term engineering projects from inception to completion within budget and schedule guidelines
Identify and implement automation opportunities across receiving, storage, material handling, coating, finishing, and shipping
Act as a technical mentor, providing guidance and coaching to site-level technical teams
Partner with international regions to benchmark and transfer best-in-class automation solutions worldwide
Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on major contracts and projects
Interact with senior external personnel and internal leadership
Provide technical solutions to difficult problems as part of the MG-NA Process Technology team
Report to the Technical Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related scientific field is required
Master's degree is preferred
Minimum of 10+ years of engineering experience in controls/automation including capital projects
7+ years of experience will be considered for those with Master's engineering degrees
In-depth knowledge and experience in the specialty
Strong background in industrial electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Ability to complete difficult technical assignments without immediate supervision
Proficiency in AutoCAD to develop and update complex drawings (P&IDs, PFDs)
Experience with MS Project or Smartsheet for project tracking
Working knowledge of Six Sigma and ELS principles preferred
Experience with high-volume manufacturing processes and capital equipment purchasing
Strong verbal and written skills
Ability to interface effectively with cross-functional groups to define and execute requirements
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, both domestic and international

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
Paid parental leave
401K eligibility
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
Paid vacation and paid holidays