Senior Director – Automation Engineering, Operational Technology

Chobani

Senior Director of Automation Engineering at Chobani responsible for delivering automation solutions in manufacturing. Leading teams to execute complex capital projects and improve operational efficiency.

Posted 4/18/2026full-timeRemote • Idaho • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own automation execution for all major manufacturing capital projects from early design through FAT, startup and commissioning
Ensure PLC, HMI, SCADA, batch, and MES systems are implemented consistently and perform as intended
Actively review designs, participate in FATs/SATs, and play a role in commissioning/startup readiness
Define OT network architecture, hardware standards and design requirements for manufacturing facilities
Partner with IT Network and Cybersecurity teams during project design and execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Controls, Automation, Computer, or related)
10+ years of experience delivering industrial automation and OT solutions in manufacturing
Proven experience executing large, complex capital projects
Deep practical knowledge of PLC, SCADA, batch, MES, and industrial networks
Strong experience working directly with system integrators and OEMs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

PLCHMISCADAbatch systemsMESOT network architectureindustrial automationcapital project executionsystem integrationhardware standards

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationproject managementproblem-solvingleadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering