PbSenior Engineer: Equipment Technology Development + Automation Lead /b /ppbJob Summary /b /ppbr/ppThe Senior Engineer will lead the technological evolution of our bPayment Cards /b production systems, leading both the acquisition development of new machinery and the bmodernization of existing production lines globally /b. This role bridges the gap between legacy equipment and modern bIndustry 4.0 /b standards, ensuring that all assets — new and old — are optimized as well for bSustainable Materials /b, Identity cards and full bMES integration /b. /p pbr/ppbKey Responsibilities /b /ppbLegacy Equipment Modernization (Brownfield Automation): /b /pulliAssess and upgrade current production lines to increase automation levels, reducing manual intervention and improving bOEE /b. /liliRetrofit existing machinery with advanced sensors, bIoT gateways /b, and updated bPLC/HMI /b systems to enable real-time data collection. /liliImplement automated bVision Inspection Systems /b on older lines to standardize quality control for artwork and security features. /liliImplement current process and machines automation integrations through Cobots, Robots, bridges and other similar means. /li /ulpbr/ppbSupplier Partnership New Tech Development: /b /pulliPartner with global OEMS to develop \"MES-ready\" equipment for for smart cards production. /liliTo co-lead, with related Manufacturing Process Owners, the technical specifications and bFAT/SAT /b for new high-speed and automated production equipment. /liliEnsure new vendor solutions are compatible with the existing plant footprint and material flows. /liliPartner with Line Automation Solution Suppliers to find the most suitable solutions for increasing the automation rate of the current production lines equipment. /li /ul pbMES Operations Digital Transformation: /b /pulliBridge legacy equipment to the Company bManufacturing Execution System (MES) /b using protocols like bOPC UA /b or MQTT, ensuring 1:1 traceability across the entire shop floor. /liliStandardize the digital \"handshake\" between various machine generations and the Card Production System. /li /ulpbr/ppbKey Performance Indicators Owner /b /pulliTo define and to monitor together with the Worldwide Operations sites, the KPI´s define. /liliTo act and to stablish Action Plans with related stakeholders in case KPI´s are out of target /liliTo work continuously with the respective production sites aiming for Productivity, Quality and Safety increase. /li /ulpbTeam Leadership /b /pulliTo indirectly lead engineering colleagues in different production sites to have one Global View Direction in regards to Equipment Development Automation. /li /ulpbr/ppbQualifications Requirements /b /pullibExperience: /b 10+ years in bSmart Card manufacturing /b, with specific experience in bretrofitting and upgrading /b and automating industrial machinery. /lilibAI Skills: /b Proven experience of implementing AI tools / systems on Smart Cards or Passport production lines. /lilibTechnical Skills: /b To be graduated in Mechanical, Electronics, Industrial or other related field Engineering. Software development experience will be a plus. /lilibAutomation projects /b experience: Proven ability on being the company interface with automation and equipment connection suppliers, defining the requirements for the company within the internal interfaces and transferring the knowledge / needs to the partners / suppliers. /lilibSupplier Selection Process: /bTo have a track for active participation in such processes being the technical evaluator decision maker of the chosen supplier its solutions /lilibProject Leadership: /b Proven ability to manage bProjects / Programs /b for new equipment while simultaneously leading internal bContinuous Improvement /b automation projects with savings higher than 1 Million Euros. /li /ulpbr/ppbTravel Availability /b /pullibExpect Travels that can go up to 20% of the work time. /b /li /ulpbr/ppbWhat’s great about working with us? /b /pullibCulture Diversity: /b Inclusive, people-oriented environment with a global mindset (LGBT+ friendly). /lilibGlobal Collaboration: /b Work with international teams across multiple regions. /lilibCareer Development: /b Continuous learning, internal mobility, and other opportunities. /lilibBenefits: /b Flexible compensation plan (health insurance, transport, training, nursery vouchers), parking, and on-site canteen. Permanent contract. /lilibWork-Life Balance: /b Adaptable schedule, hybrid work. Core hours Mon–Thu (9:30–16:00), Fri (9:30–14:00). /lilibLocation: /b Easily accessible by public transport (Bus 88, 110, Metro L10 ZAL-Riu Vell, PR4) or private vehicle. /li /ulpbr/ppExplore what makes G+D unique – check out this video: Giesecke+Devrient – We make the lives of billions of people more secure. /ppbr/ppbPrivacy Notice /b /ppThe personal data you provide will be processed to manage your application in accordance with the GDPR and our Privacy Policy, available at Data Privacy | G+D. /p