Head of Automation and Digitalization

HARTING stands for strong connections – across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you’ll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence. In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high-tech. Here’s to your unique future with us: Yours!

Join HARTING! A leader in connectivity products and custom solutions…..

The Head of automation & digitalization is responsible for leading automation development projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with global engineering standards and operational excellence, The position will play a critical role in shaping future manufacturing technologies, improving process efficiency, and supporting global expansion initiatives.

To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:

• Developing new machines and process concepts will be one of your core responsibilities
• Translating market need into production, automation and digitalization
• Close collaboration with the U.S market, including customer, production teams and Supply chain
• Testing and implementing digital solutions in a hands-on environment
• You will support plant and layout expansion in a dynamic, fast-moving setting
• You will train other and develop talent

Skills And Experience To Thrive In This Role

• Technical Degree or bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, robotics or similar.
• Working in an international environment
• Strong sense of technical curiosity
• Strong experience in custom equipment development, industrial automation, robotics, or integrated manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge of PLC architecture, industrial controls, motion systems, pneumatics, and electrical design.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.

As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard – to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun – like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more!

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HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:

Compensation

• HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.
• Competitive salary: $110,000 - $140,000 (commensurate with experience)
• This role is eligible for a 5% discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits

• 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max).
• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
• Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee.
• Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement.
• 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!

Benefits: Be a key player (US), Competitive compensation (US), Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement (US), Give back (US), Have fun (US), Lead a Healthy Life (US), Onsite Café (US), Take time off (US)