Digital Manufacturing Engineer at Sika AG

Hiratsuka, , Japan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automation, Digitalization, Manufacturing Engineering, PLC Programming, SCADA, DCS, MES, WMS, TMS, Project Management, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Continuous Improvement, Japanese Language Proficiency, English Language Proficiency, Technical Specifications

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

会社概要シーカは、建築分野や自動車産業における接着、シーリング、制振、補強、保護のための革新的なシステムや製品の開発・生産で世界をリードする特殊化学品会社として、世界的に認知されています。世界103カ国に子会社を持ち、300以上の工場を持つシーカは、全世界で34,000人以上の従業員を擁し、2023年度の売上高は112億スイスフランでした。日本では、シーカは長い歴史を持ち、1200人以上の専門家からなる献身的なチームを擁しています。求人内容 Responsibilities; Develop/Review System Specifications: Design and build detailed specifications for automation systems integrated with Industry 4.0 infrastructure, including IoT-enabled devices, smart sensors, and data platforms for predictive maintenance, quality control, and supply chain optimization Automation Standards Expertise: Apply knowledge of general automation standards (e.g., IEC 61131 for PLC programing, ISO 50001 for energy management in manufacturing, and Japanese-specific standards like JIS B 8430 for industrial robots) to ensure compliance and efficiency in production lines. Convey End-User Needs: Act as the bridge between Sika’s manufacturing teams (as end-users focused on digital transformation) and external systems integrators, translating business requirements into technical scopes, RFPs, and implementation plans to drive seamless adoption of digital tools. OT Protocol Implementation: Hands-on configuration and integration of Operational Technology (OT) protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, EtherNet/IP to enable secure data exchange between shop-floor equipment and enterprise systems. Project Management and Alignment: Lead cross-functional projects to align a new project in Japan with Sika’s global transformation strategy, including automation, real-time monitoring via industrial devices. Hands-On Technical Work: Perform prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of automated systems, while collaborating with teams on PLC/DCS programming and IIoT deployments. Communication and Stakeholder Management: Facilitate workshops, presentations, and reports to communicate progress, risks, and benefits to internal stakeholders. Continuous Improvement: Recommend upgrades to enhance productivity and reduce downtime. 資格 Required Qualifications and Skills: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. Experience: 5+ years in manufacturing engineering. Experience in Automation or Digitalization in Industry Technical Skills: More than 5 years of practical experience in the design, implementation, operation, and improvement of two or more following systems. MES SCADA DCS WMS TMS Practical experience in analyzing and improving a set of manufacturing KPIs, including those related to the supply chain. Soft Skills: Excellent management and communication abilities to align diverse teams, negotiate with integrators, and present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English. その他の情報 Locations: Nakahara plant (Hiratsuka, Kanagawa) ＊possibly move to Tochigi prefecture later Organization: Engineer and Maintenance (17 people) Report to: Engineering manager (Japanese) Subordinate: None Travelling: 10% at mainly domestic Working style: Flexible time (Hybrid: 2 to 3 days per week at WFH) 1st interview: In Japanese 2nd interview: In English When you apply for, please send both resume in Japanese and in English.

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Responsibilities

Develop and review system specifications for automation systems integrated with Industry 4.0 infrastructure. Lead cross-functional projects to align new projects with Sika’s global transformation strategy.