Senior Automation Project Engineer (d/f/m)

About this PositionWhat youll doEvaluate and propose automation solutions aligned with Industry 4.0 and transitioning toward Industry 5.0 to enable fully autonomous operation Define scalable industry-compliant technology solutions ready for roll-out across multiple sites, collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess feasibility and scalability Create comprehensive documentation for Automation projects’ submission and execution, including budget, schedule and resource planning, in line with corporate requirements Complete detailed design and construction accordingly, organize commissioning and start-up Monitor, control and report actual cost and progress, compared to the budget and plan Build strategic relationships with technology partners and vendors to support long-term automation goals Capture lessons learnt from automation projects and implement strategies for ongoing enhancement of standards Ensure automation standards meet industry regulations and cybersecurity requirements Act as a change agent for digital adoption and promote human-machine collaboration within the organizationWhat makes you a good fitBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Automation, or related field5 or more years of relevant working experience in industrial automation and digital transformation projectsStrong knowledge of Industry 4.0/5.0 technologies and standardsExcellent project management and stakeholder engagement skillsFamiliarity with cybersecurity and regulatory compliance in manufacturing environmentsFluent English and German skillsWillingness to travel through EU about 20-30% Some perks of joining HenkelGlobal wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programsGender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeksEmployee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching sharesCompany Pension Plan 100% financed by HenkelMEGA Preventive Health InsuranceCareFlex Supplementary Care InsuranceMobility offer: My Henkel Bike and JobticketAt Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.