Logistics Automation Engineer

Purpose of the Job

The purpose of this role is to support the design, implementation, optimization, and governance of logistics automation systems across the global network. The role focuses on warehouse automation, material handling systems, robotics integration, operational performance improvement, data-driven optimization, and coordination with regional operations and facilities teams to ensure safe, efficient, and scalable logistics operations.

Job Description

• Support the Global Facilities Manager in delivering logistics automation initiatives, projects, and operational excellence programs across the global network.
• Lead and support the evaluation, design, implementation, and optimization of logistics automation solutions including conveyors, sortation systems, robotic systems, and warehouse technologies.
• Conduct operational assessments, process reviews, site surveys, and automation feasibility studies to identify opportunities for productivity improvement, cost reduction, and service enhancement.
• Manage maintenance strategies, AMCs, and service contracts for all automation systems.
• Lead RFPs/RFQs, vendor selection, and supplier performance management.
• Manage spare parts, critical inventory, and asset lifecycle planning.
• Monitor system reliability, uptime, maintenance KPIs, and SLA compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement, system upgrades, and asset optimization.
• Coordinate with OEMs, integrators, and maintenance service providers.
• Support CAPEX planning, budgeting, and automation investment initiatives.
• Provide technical support for Facilities Management activities and projects as required.
• Analyze warehouse and logistics processes, material flows, storage strategies, and operational data to identify automation opportunities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop business cases, automation concepts, technical specifications, project requirements, and operational models for automation investments.
• Monitor the performance of automation systems through KPIs, dashboards, operational analytics, and performance reporting tools.
• Coordinate with country operations teams, facilities teams, engineering teams, vendors, system integrators, and automation providers to ensure successful project delivery and operational performance.
• Support the commissioning, testing, validation, and handover of automation systems and equipment across logistics facilities.
• Review automation system performance, reliability, utilization, downtime trends, and maintenance requirements, identifying corrective actions and improvement initiatives.
• Support the implementation of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Warehouse Control Systems (WCS), and their integration with automation technologies.
• Manage automation-related documentation, technical drawings, operational procedures, specifications, and system records.
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, feasibility Studies, procurement activities, vendor evaluations, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and project governance processes.
• Support risk assessments, operational readiness reviews, safety evaluations, and business continuity planning related to logistics automation systems.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives and identify emerging technologies that can improve warehouse productivity, operational efficiency, and customer service levels.
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, analyses, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and capital investment planning.
• Perform assignments independently with guidance from the Global Facilities Manager on complex or strategic matters.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuous learning, industry best practices, automation technologies, certifications, and professional development.

Job Requirements - Experience and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Automation Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in logistics automation, warehouse engineering, industrial automation, material handling systems, or related disciplines.
• Previous experience with Tier-1 logistics automation and intralogistics companies such as Vanderlande, Dematic, Swisslog, Daifuku, KNAPP, BEUMER Group, SSI Schäfer, TGW Logistics, Honeywell Intelligrated, or Fives Intralogistics will be considered a strong advantage.
• Experience with warehouse automation technologies including conveyors, sortation systems, robotic systems, and automated material handling equipment.
• Experience in logistics, supply chain, warehouse, distribution center, courier, express, e-commerce, aviation cargo, or industrial operations is preferred.
• Experience managing automation projects from concept development through implementation and operational support.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Warehouse Control Systems (WCS), Warehouse Execution Systems (WES), and automation integration platforms.
• Experience conducting operational studies, workflow analysis, process mapping, capacity planning, and automation feasibility assessments.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, material handling processes, storage systems, inventory flows, and logistics network operations.
• Experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, HMI systems, sensors, and automation technologies is an advantage.
• Knowledge of robotics integration, machine vision systems, and autonomous vehicle technologies is an advantage.
• Experience managing and analyzing large datasets, operational KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities with the ability to transform complex operational data into meaningful business insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Power Automate, and other reporting and visualization tools.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, ASANA, AutoCAD, CAFM/CMMS, or similar platforms is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, and process optimization methodologies.
• Strong project management, stakeholder management, and vendor management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong coordination and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence and drive consistency across geographically dispersed teams.
• Proactive, self-motivated, innovative, and results-oriented mindset.

Leadership Behaviors

Building Outstanding Teams

Setting a clear direction

Simplification

Collaborate & break silos

Execution & Accountability

Growth mindset

Innovation

Inclusion

External focus

Skills