Job Description As a Senior Automation Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and building out automation system architecture while driving innovation and operational excellence. Your day-to-day will require technical expertise engaging and guiding cross-functional teams through advanced solutions like AI, robotics, AMRs, MES/ERP integration, and digital twins. You’ll spend time in the office collaborating with engineers and senior leaders, while also getting hands-on in labs and on the production floor to evaluate challenges and validate solutions. This role involves leading investigations into technical issues, enabling data collection efforts, and ensuring teams have what they need to implement improvements. You’ll oversee governance frameworks, report progress to executives, and communicate with global innovation teams to align objectives. Expect a dynamic mix of strategic planning, problem-solving, and technical oversight, with approximately 10–20% travel domestically and internationally. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field 8-10+ years in advanced automation with proven leadership in strategic program development and governance Expertise in automation, robotics, MES/ERP, and digital transformation Ability to influence affiliate presidents and senior leaders across multiple organizations Strong track record of defining strategy, establishing governance, and driving competitiveness outcomes Exceptional portfolio/program management skills, balancing long-term transformation with near-term execution Master’s Degree Experience leading regional/corporate-level strategy initiatives in manufacturing competitiveness Familiarity with AI-driven inspection, autonomous systems, and simulation/digital twin approaches Knowledge of global manufacturing ecosystems and cross-cultural leadership Certification in PMP, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent