Digitalization Specialist​/Engineer

Digitalization Specialist/Engineer at Freudenberg Sealing Technologies

Location:

LaGrange, GA (On‑Site)

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

• 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.
• Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.
• Employee discounts: Opportunities for deals on products and services.
• Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.
• Paid Holidays: With paid‑time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.

• Implementation of digitization initiatives and projects according to Connected Factory strategic objectives and targets in horizontal cooperation with corporate areas
• Supervision of internal and external projects in the field of digitalization and automation
• Planning and technical implementation of production & testing machinery PLC retrofits, PLC programming for machine connectivity (OT, fieldbus/PLC layer)
• Integration of the location into MES System (MSCADA)
• Further development and improvement of process data acquisition at the location
• Strengthen the FST digitization network
• Development of methods and tools to stabilize data recording
• Support of internal SME structure regarding digitalization

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science preferred or compensating years of experience
• 1-5 Years of digitalization experience in Manufacturing Environment
• Understanding or some experience in programming languages such as Python
• Experience with AI, machine learning, and other digital technologies
• Experience with Industry 4.0 initiatives
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Professional-Level English language skills preferred
• Communication &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Value for Customers:
  Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.
• Innovation:
  Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
• Drive & Execution:
  Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.