Manufacturing Automation and Digitalization Engineer

Job ID

481466

Posted since

21-Oct-2025

Organization

Smart Infrastructure

Field of work

Strategy

Company

Siemens S.A.

Experience level

Experienced Professional

Job type

Full-time

Work mode

Hybrid (Remote/Office)

Employment type

Permanent

Location(s)

• Corroios - Setubal - Portugal

Siemens Smart Infrastructure relies on the combination of smart grids and smart buildings by combining physical solutions and digitalization in all areas of electrification and automation. Ingeniously it connects energy systems, buildings, and industries to improve the way we live and work through greater efficiency and sustainability.

Siemens SI has its global headquarters in Switzerland with about 7,400 colleagues who are responsible for the solutions and services business. This makes Siemens SI the market leader in Europe.

Together, we build technology to transform the everyday

Your mission will be…

As a Manufacturing Automation & Digitalization Engineer, you will play a key role in driving the transformation of our global factories and all support processes into fully digitalized, data-driven operations.

You will design and implement automation solutions, optimize end-to-end processes within Supply Chain Management, and lead digitalization initiatives that boost operational efficiency and enable smart

manufacturing.

• Develop Digitalization & Automation Roadmaps: Define factory automation & digitalization roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Empower & Support the implementation of the Digitalization Roadmap
• Solution Design: Define and evaluate solutions ranging from production layouts to IT architectures, IoT platforms, digital twins, and advanced robotics.
• Process Optimization: Analyze and digitalize key SCM processes (planning, order management, assembly, testing, logistics) to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance performance tracking.
• Assess Maturity & Gaps: Conduct digital maturity assessments, identify improvement levers, and propose solutions.
• Project Management: Lead and coordinate automation and digitalization projects from concept to implementation, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication.
• Data Analysis & Modeling: Leverage data-driven methods to analyze production performance, simulate scenarios, and collaborate closely with AI and advanced analytics.
• Collaborate Globally: Work with manufacturing, logistics, planning, finance, warehouse, and suppliers to deliver seamless solutions.
• Technology Deployment: Keep up to date with industry trends in digital manufacturing and automation excellence and implement best practices across global production sites

We are looking for someone with…

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical/Mechanical engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of proven experience driving industrial automation and digitalization initiatives in manufacturing environments, from concept through implementation and continuous improvement.
• Experience with Lean methodologies, and process optimization.
• Strong analytical and structured way of working with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal); Portuguese is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and work effectively in international teams.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally.
• Passion for innovation, technology, and driving transformation in industrial environments

What you can expect from us…

A hybrid and flexible working model to promote a better work-life balance, along with a budget for home office support and the opportunity to do 16 hours a year of volunteer work. A health insurance, access to our on-site medical center, plus the chance to join sports groups.

In addition, you'll have access to online learning platforms and discounts with our partners. A shuttle bus to commute to the facilities and the possibility of financial support to your studies.

What makes us proud as an employer:

• Merco – Companies and Leaders with the Best Reputation in Portugal (#1 Tecnology/Manufacturing)
• Forbes – World's Best Employers (#1 Engineering & Manufacturing)
• LinkedIn – LinkedIn Top Companies (#2)
• OnStrategy – REPSCORE 2024: Brands' Reputation in Portugal (#1 Engineering & Electronic Services)
• Fortune – World's Most Admired Companies (#1 Industrial Machinery)
• Teamlyzer – Company with the Best Interviews (#1 Technology)

Please attach your CV in English.

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Siemens is committed to creating a diverse environment and is glad to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool