Smart Factory Engineering Manager

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We’re an Italian company, born from a 50/50** joint venture** between **Procter & Gamble**and **Angelini Industries,** and we bring some of the most trusted brands into people’s everyday lives**: Lines, Lines Specialist, Tampax, Pampers, Ace, Amuchina, Infasil.** Fater is a dynamic company that invests around 4% of its annual revenue in innovation. Its headquarters are located in **Pescara**, with production facilies in Pescara and Campochiaro (CB) in Italy, and abroad in Porto, Portugal, and Gebze, Turkey. **Posizione**:
**About the Role** We are looking for a **Senior Engineer / Engineering Manager** with a strong background in **industrial automation and digitalization**, who will lead the development, integration, and execution of advanced automation solutions for our manufacturing operations. This role is central to our **Smart Factory** vision: achieving full digitalization of quality controls and enabling end-to-end process **self‑monitoring** and **auto‑setting** across production lines. You will join the **Corporate Engineering** department within **Technology Innovation**, working on strategic industrial technology projects and leading both people and cross‑functional teams. **Key Responsibilities** **Digital Quality & Process Control**
- Lead the design and implementation of process control systems to ensure high-performance, stable, and efficient operations.
- Develop and manage digital quality control systems, including:Machine visionAutomated measurement and inspection toolsDigital quality certification
- Drive projects involving self-monitoring and auto‑setting technologies to build autonomous,



data-driven production systems.
- Oversee the integration of MES and other OT systems, ensuring alignment with plant automation strategies. **Technology Innovation Projects**
- Act as a technical leader in industrial technology innovation initiatives across multiple plants
- Lead the development and deployment of new digital and automation solutions supporting industrial efficiency and product quality
- Lead development of digital twins, simulation and virtualization tools for design and smart operation.
- Collaborate with Robotics, Intralogistics, Mechanical Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure cohesive project execution. **People Leadership & Project Direction**
- Manage a team of engineers and technical coordinators, ensuring skill development, coaching, and performance management.
- Lead cross‑functional project teams, where resources may not be direct reports, fostering a collaborative and empowering environment.
- Coordinate external suppliers and partners when required.
- Create and foster external network of Technologies and Industrial partners. **Requisiti**:
**Qualifications & Experience** **Must-Have**




- Master’s degree in Engineering (Automation, Electronics, Industrial, Mechatronics or similar).
- 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, process control, and digitalization of manufacturing systems.
- Strong hands‑on expertise with:Process control systemsDigital quality control technologiesVision systems and automated measurement systemsMES/OT/PLC systems design & integrationOT servers and network management
- Proven experience leading projects and people in complex industrial environments.
- Ability to conceptualize, architect, and implement advanced digital automation infrastructures. **Nice-to-Have**
- Experience in:RoboticsIntralogistics automationMachine hardware automationSimulation and virtualization
- Exposure to Smart Factory or large-scale digital transformation programs.
- Familiarity with Industry 4.0 data architectures and industrial IT/OT convergence. **Who You Are**
- A senior, technically strong engineer with a passion for digital transformation.
- Capable of connecting automation, data, and industrial processes to build high‑impact solutions.
- A people leader who enjoys empowering teams and driving cross‑functional collaboration.
- Comfortable managing complexity and innovating in a fast-evolving industrial environment. **Altre informazioni**:
**Why Join Us**
- Play a key role in building the next-generation digital factory.
- Lead high‑visibility projects at the intersection of engineering and innovation.
- Work within a highly collaborative environment with real opportunities for impact and growth.

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