Full Description

About the Company

Clarios is a global leader in energy storage solutions, developing, manufacturing, distributing, recovering, and recycling batteries and battery materials. The company operates a global network focused on innovation, sustainability, operational excellence, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

About the Role

The Automation & Robotics Engineering Manager will lead a team of engineers responsible for delivering automation, robotics, and manufacturing technology projects across Clarios' recycling network. This role combines engineering leadership, automation expertise, project management, vendor management, and continuous improvement. The position will identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, safety, sustainability, and operational performance through innovative automation solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of automation engineers across multiple manufacturing and recycling sites. Design, build, integrate, and deploy automation and robotic systems. Identify opportunities to implement advanced manufacturing technologies and robotics. Lead automation projects from concept and scope definition through implementation and post-launch support. Develop project charters, schedules, cost estimates, budgets, milestones, and benefit assessments. Standardize manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and processes across regional facilities. Collaborate with plant leaders, process SMEs, product engineering teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders. Evaluate and manage automation technology vendors and external suppliers. Negotiate vendor requirements, project timelines, and technical deliverables. Manage project budgets and monitor cost, schedule, and resource performance. Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation and contingency plans. Ensure automation systems comply with environmental, safety, and sustainability requirements. Apply data-driven continuous improvement methodologies to increase efficiency and reduce costs. Research and evaluate emerging automation, robotics, and manufacturing technologies. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers. Prepare technical documentation, project plans, specifications, and management reports. Present project status, technical progress, financial performance, and recommendations to senior leadership. Support integration of new technologies with existing manufacturing infrastructure. Provide post-implementation support and conduct project performance reviews. Travel to regional and global sites as required to support automation initiatives. Act as a technical expert for battery recycling processes and develop automation solutions around those processes.

Qualifications

7–10 years of experience in Automation Engineering. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. Preferred backgrounds include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Robotics Engineering.

Required Skills

Strong experience with automation engineering and manufacturing systems. Experience leading engineering teams and complex technical projects. Strong project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Experience managing budgets, schedules, resources, and project risks. Strong communication and leadership abilities. Ability to collaborate with global, cross-functional teams and external partners. Willingness and ability to travel globally.

Preferred Skills

Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field. Experience with battery recycling or smelting operations. Experience designing and deploying robotic manufacturing systems. Experience with industrial automation and technology integration. Experience with equipment standardization across multiple facilities. Vendor management and technical procurement experience. Knowledge of continuous improvement and data-driven manufacturing practices. Experience working in complex manufacturing environments. Knowledge of environmental and sustainability requirements.

Pay range and compensation package

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) savings plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Flexible spending benefits

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Life insurance

Business travel insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts and other company benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

Clarios is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.