About this Position

What you'll do

• Map, maintain, and continuously improve an overview of current automation solutions across HAT technologies, including material charging, down-packing, palletizing, AGV material transfer, and inspection systems
• Evaluate automation opportunities with robust business cases, assessing ROI, operational impact, safety improvements, and scalability
• Serve as a subject matter expert for automation technologies, trends, and best practices
• Benchmark internal best practices and external industry standards to ensure competitive and modern automation approaches
• Apply global governance frameworks, including standardized checklists, design principles, and execution guidelines for automation projects
• Provide technical guidance and support to regional and site automation engineers, including solution selection and design review
• Participate in developing and delivering training, workshops, and knowledge-sharing platforms to upskill engineers and drive global alignment
• Facilitate cross-site communication to replicate best practices and support consistent global automation strategy execution

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automation engineering with global or multi-site exposure
• Expertise in robotics, AGVs/AMRs, packing & palletizing, online quality control, and MES systems
• Experience working with suppliers, including RFQ processes, technical alignment, and supplier development
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and process standardization
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional and international teams

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
• MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
• CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance x
• Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket

At 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.