Manufacturing Systems Engineering Specialist

1 week ago


Ajax, Ontario, Canada Colgate Full time

Colgate-Palmolive, a leading global consumer products company, is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Systems Engineering Specialist to join its team in Villawood, Australia.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting manufacturing plant systems, including Aveva-based (also known as WonderWare or WW) and related automation systems and manufacturing equipment. This critical role ensures the reliability and efficiency of our manufacturing operations through effective system integration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of all plant systems components.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Add, modify, or write PLC code for changes to the making system process and equipment, adhering to global plant systems policies.
  • Maintain all reports connected to the Plant Systems database (DB) and coordinate with local integrators, Regional/Global Plant Systems for updates and corrections as necessary.
  • Be responsible for, with the help of IT, all PCs, servers, and networks that are on the manufacturing network.
  • Lead the implementation and management of site projects related to automation digital transformation, considering people, processes, and systems in the implementation.
  • Apply updates and global developments to the productive hardware and software of the plant.
  • Provide training and assist with analysis and troubleshooting of plant floor systems.
  • Document solutions and update the knowledge database.
  • Provide orientation and training to plant operations to encourage the usage of systems.
  • Apply rules that guarantee global consistency of manufacturing systems.
  • Work with IT, Maintenance Engineers, and/or Project Engineers in order to define new processes and system capabilities that will improve efficiencies of the operation.
  • Lead and manage Cybersecurity-related activities in the manufacturing systems, including regular security patching of manufacturing servers in accordance with security guidelines.
  • Establish and maintain open communication with plant operational, engineering, maintenance, and planning teams.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor of Engineering degree in a relevant engineering field (Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical).
  • 5+ years of experience in engineering/automation, preferably with FMCG plant systems.
  • SCADA systems knowledge.
  • PLC programming.
  • Experience with SQL database and reporting tools.
  • Knowledge of industrial networks and protocols (Devicenet, Modbus, OPC, EthernetIP, ASi, etc).
Preferred Requirements

It would be advantageous if you have:

  • Experience in Aveva (WW System Platform, Intouch, Historian).
  • Windows Server Platform.
  • Rockwell Thin Manager.
  • Nutanix/VMWare knowledge.
  • Experience with integrating AGV's, SAP, PLC.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 USD per annum, determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Additionally, salaried employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

As a caring, innovative growth company, we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Our core values – Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous – guide us in reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet.

At Colgate-Palmolive, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, offering reasonable accommodation during the application process for persons with disabilities.


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