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Position Summary:

Coperion is looking for an Lead Automation Engineer to join and lead our Automation Team in the Engineering Department in Ferrara/ Italy.  As Automation Engineer Senior Manager you are required to coordinate, plan, develop and optimize activities and resources related to the automation system supplies for material handling plants.

Work He/She’ll Do:

• is responsible for achieving the objectives of the department set by the management
• ensures periodic reporting to the TECHNICAL AND ENGINEERING MANAGER on the organizational, productive and financial situation of the automation department
• in collaboration with the TECHNICAL AND ENGINEERING MANAGER, he/she periodically checks the progress of orders for the supply of products for automation
• coordinates, supervises and takes part in activities related to purchasing and product quality
• is responsible for the optimization of resources (human and material resources) related to his/her department
• is responsible for process optimization and innovation
• supports the sales department in the preparation of sales offers a

Basic Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in technical fields (Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering)
• Professional experience of at least 3 years in a similar position in the case of a university degree; at least 5 years in the case of a diploma
• Good knowledge in MS Office and MS Project
• EPLAN (user knowledge)
• Electric CAD (user knowledge)
• English and Italian languages (advanced level)

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Specific knowledge of Automation applications shall be appreciated
• Good standing, excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knack for innovation to seek new opportunity to upgrade automated processes and increase productivity
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Skills on Coordinate and develop the resources of the assigned automation Team

Who we are: 

Coperion is an industry leader in compounding and extrusion, feeding and weighing, bulk material handling and service, bringing a wealth of know-how and experience to the market. Customers benefit from Coperion’s divisions of Polymer, Equipment & Systems, and Service that are optimally networked on a global basis to offer ultimate support in the design, manufacturing and implementation of ideal systems. Staffed by engineers, chemists, technicians and a variety of industry experts, these Divisions form a powerhouse of process solutions for their customers. Coperion is a Operating Company of Hillenbrand.

Hillenbrand (NYSE: HI) is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.Hillenbrand.com.

EEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.  Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at [email protected] .  In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.  At Hillenbrand, everyone is welcome to apply and "Shape What Matters for Tomorrow".