Nestle

Principal Research and Development Engineer

Nestle

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Cleveland • Ohio • United States

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

Cyber Security

About the role

  • Architect and standardize automation and control systems (PLC/SCADA: Rockwell, AVEVA, Siemens)
  • Develop, validate, and deploy robotic and AGV solutions, including MES/OT IT integration
  • Develop full-scale automated processes and automation concepts
  • Build digital twins and simulation models (e.g., FlexSim)
  • Deliver and develop advanced process control and predictive analytics
  • Develop and deploy AI solutions for manufacturing optimization
  • Define global standards and ensure functional safety
  • Manage OEM/SI partners to develop and deploy R&D and scale-up projects
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to embed intelligence into manufacturing workflows
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, cybersecurity, and data governance standards

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation, Controls, Mechatronics, or related field required; Masters in Science preferred
  • 10+ years in automation/controls with multi-site or pilot-to-plant experience
  • Expertise in at least two major automation stacks (Rockwell, AVEVA, Siemens) plus robotics/AGV integration
  • Proven track record in Industry 4.0, digital twin/discrete event simulation (preferred FlexSim), and machine learning/advanced process control deployments
  • Strong knowledge of industrial communications and OT/IT integration
  • Experience with food processing, chemical, pharmaceutical, or other process-related industries
Benefits
  • Relocation assistance can be provided if needed
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
automation systemscontrol systemsPLCSCADAroboticsAGV solutionsadvanced process controlpredictive analyticsAI solutionsdigital twin
Soft Skills
collaborationproject managementcommunicationleadership
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree