Senior, Manufacturing Engineer Automation, Air Manufacturing Innovation

Serves as the primary technical execution leader responsible for converting approved automation concepts and production-intent designs into safe, reliable, and sustainable manufacturing solutions that can be transitioned to Operations. It reports to the Automation Engineering Manager and partners closely with Lead Automation Engineers, Operations, Process Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, IT, and external technology providers. The position focuses on the detailed design, implementation, commissioning, validation, and operationalisation of automation projects across Nike Air Manufacturing & Innovation.

• Lead execution and deployment of automation solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance across Air MI manufacturing operations.
• Lead detailed design, integration, and deployment of automation solutions across material handling, thermoforming, inspection, packaging, and connected manufacturing systems.
• Drive commissioning, validation, FAT, SAT, pilot execution, go-live, and production acceptance activities, including developing validation plans, executing testing protocols, and documenting results to support production readiness decisions.
• Partner with Lead Automation Engineers to convert production-intent designs into deployable manufacturing solutions.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with Operations, Maintenance, IT, Facilities, EHS, and external vendors to ensure project readiness and successful implementation.
• Troubleshoot complex automation, controls, robotics, and system integration issues during deployment and stabilization.
• Support hypercare activities and transition systems into long-term operational ownership.
• Develop technical documentation, operating procedures, and deployment playbooks to support scalable implementation across the Air MI network.
• Provide technical coaching and knowledge transfer to Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.
• Communicate project progress, risks, issues, and mitigation plans to project leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure automation systems are successfully implemented, validated, stabilized, and transitioned into sustainable operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in automation, robotics, controls, manufacturing systems, or related engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience delivering automation projects from detailed design through commissioning and operational handoff.
• Strong knowledge of Rockwell PLCs, HMI development, industrial networking, and controls architectures.
• Experience with robotics platforms (ABB, Denso, Universal Robots, or equivalent).
• Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Cognex, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with industrial data systems, OT connectivity, and Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Understanding of FAT, SAT, commissioning, validation, go-live, and production acceptance processes.
• Strong structured problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and IT.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage cross-functional stakeholders, resolve technical issues, and maintain focus on safety, schedule, quality, and business outcomes.
• Comfortable leading deployments in active manufacturing environments.
• Strong technical expertise combined with project execution skills.
• Passionate about deploying automation technologies, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and delivering business value through execution excellence.

• Interview accommodations are available, including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed.