A leading global electronics company is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Director of Automation to spearhead smart factory capital investment and automation programs across its worldwide manufacturing plants. This is a high-impact, senior leadership role within a rapidly growing company, driving large-scale automation and transformational programs in some of the world’s most dynamic and expanding industrial markets. This is a rare opportunity to shape global automation strategy, influence significant CapEx investments, and drive cutting-edge manufacturing advancements at scale.

Why Join Us?

• Lead game-changing, high-exposure automation programs with multi-million-dollar investments in a rapidly growing, innovation-driven company.
• Work at the forefront of Industry 4.0, leveraging AI, robotics, and IoT to revolutionize smart factory deployment globally.
• Make a real impact by driving strategic automation initiatives across high-growth markets and influencing the future of manufacturing at a global scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead High-Exposure Global Automation Initiatives – Own and drive automation programs with multi-million-dollar capital investments, ensuring strategic alignment with global growth objectives.
• Smart Factory CapEx Management – Spearhead major smart factory investments, optimizing capital allocation for maximum ROI in a fast-growth, high-demand environment.
• Global Program Leadership – Oversee the design, implementation, and execution of automation solutions that set industry benchmarks for efficiency and productivity.
• Technology & Innovation – Harness cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies, including robotics, AI-driven automation, IoT, and data analytics, to deliver future-ready manufacturing ecosystems.
• Cross-Functional & Executive Collaboration – Partner with senior executives, engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams to shape and implement global automation strategies.
• Supplier & Partner Management – Engage with world-class technology providers, research institutions, and automation specialists to ensure continuous innovation and sustained competitive advantage.
• Operational Excellence & Scaling – Lead automation initiatives that drive lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and scalability across rapidly growing markets.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience: 20+ years in industrial automation, manufacturing operations, or related fields, with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles.
• Expertise: Proven track record in leading large-scale, high-visibility automation programs, smart factory transformations, and CapEx-intensive projects.
• Leadership: Strong capability in managing global teams, driving change, and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of robotics, AI, IoT, MES, and digital twin technologies within a manufacturing context.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• Global Experience: Comfortable working across diverse geographies and cultures in a multinational corporate environment.
• Growth Market Exposure: Experience working within rapidly expanding industries and high-demand global markets is highly desirable.

This is an opportunity to lead automation transformation at the highest level, driving significant capital projects in one of the most fast-growing and future-focused industries. As a key executive in a rapidly scaling organization, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of manufacturing automation on a global scale.