Engineer-Automation; Industrial

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray‑Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high‑quality vision care and best‑in‑class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, Lens Crafters, and Target Optical, and leading e‑commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting‑edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

The Industrial Automation Engineer enables innovation in Essilor Luxottica’s optical (RxO) manufacturing facilities leveraging a customer‑driven approach. They will lead capex projects related to new automation implementations within the RxO network and collaborate with N.A. RxO engineering, operations, and logistics stakeholders to support Essilor Luxottica’s Retail, Wholesale, and eCommerce businesses.

• Supports the design, implementation, and launch of automation projects across the N.A. RxO network
• Provides frontline support to mitigate automation system outages and troubleshoots errors to support a 24/7/365 RxO manufacturing environment
• Assists in idea creations and evaluation of concepts, prototyping and then launches innovations.
• Stays at the forefront of technology advancements impacting RxO manufacturing, material handling & logistics.
• Evaluates and identifies advancements in the industry to improve customer/user satisfaction and reduces operating expenses.
• Uses data analytics to prioritize opportunities and quantify impact.
• Prioritizes enhancements, quantifies justification and builds business cases (as needed)
• Realizes expected efficiency gains from system enhancement(s).
• Harmonizes the alignment between RxO operations and LMS business systems teams to maximize productivity and throughput.
• Helps to drive and support the design and enhancements of LMS and manufacturing processes.
• Eliminates inefficiencies or service gaps in N.A. RxO manufacturing facilities.
• Collaborates with Essilor Luxottica Global Innovation/Engineering teams to share best practices.
• Develops internal and external network to drive value creation.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing environments with a focus on optimizing processes
• Expert knowledge of Manufacturing Operations processes and Lab Management Systems capabilities including vision systems, automation, and PLC programming (ladder logic)
• Strives in a fast‑paced environment
• Able to work in environment with international objectives and matrix relationships in a multinational environment
• Ability to travel at least 25% of the year

• Master’s Degree in Engineering
• Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Retail and/or Manufacturing industry knowledge
• Experience with robotics design and programming
• Experience with HMI design and programming

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first‑class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

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