About the Role
Seven Up Bottling Company, a global leader in refreshment and iconic beverage branding, is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Automation Engineer to join our thriving plant operations in Nigeria. In this critical leadership role, you will spearhead the design, development, and deployment of reliable and sustainable electrical and automation systems across all bottling and utility equipment, ensuring maximum operational efficiency and minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities- Provide quality and timely support to the plant during complex automation and electrical challenges.
- Establish standard operating procedures for plant automation and ensure necessary tools are readily available.
- Facilitate the use of condition monitoring tools for routine assessment of automation equipment status.
- Maintain up-to-date user program backups and electrical documentation for all plant equipment.
- Conduct routine audits of electrical controls and develop critical spare parts lists to prevent production stoppages.
- Communicate critical maintenance actions to management to restore 100 percent equipment reliability.
- Lead capability development and coaching for the plant automation engineering team.
- Prepare annual CAPEX and R&M automation engineering budgets using zero-based budgeting principles.
- Drive change management initiatives regarding technology enhancements, structure changes, and productivity.
- Minimum of a Bachelor of Engineering Degree (B.Eng.) or HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- 5 to 7 years of relevant hands-on FMCG operational experience in automation and maintenance.
- At least 2 years of experience in a beverage bottling company in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
- Proven expertise in budgeting, financial impact analysis, and people management.
- Comprehensive knowledge of bottling operations including planning, manufacturing, quality, health, safety, and environment.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous leadership training.
- Dynamic and engaging work environment with a globally recognized brand.