Job Description
Senior Technology Engineer
Just imagine bringing LEGO® packing technologies to life. Then make it real.
As a Senior Technology Engineer in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Engineering, you'll help bring new packing and automation technologies from concept into scalable manufacturing at our Richmond, Virginia site.
Play your part in our team succeeding
The NPI Engineering team bridges the gap between Research & Development (R&D) and manufacturing, helping turn innovative ideas into reliable production. As a Senior Technology Engineer, you'll shape how new packing and automation technologies are introduced, ensuring they're technically ready, scalable and ready for long-term success.
Core Responsibilities
Act as the technical liaison between NPI Engineering, R&D teams and automation vendors, ensuring new technologies are introduced in line with global standards and site readiness.
Lead the deployment and integration of automated packing lines, robotics, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and connected systems, ensuring seamless integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and plant infrastructure.
Oversee automation integration across Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), plant networks, mechanical and electrical controls, supporting the successful start-up and ramp-up of new operations.
Troubleshoot complex automation and MES issues, using root-cause analysis, performance monitoring and data-driven corrective actions to improve safety, quality and efficiency.
Develop and maintain technical standards, equipment configuration documentation and integration guidance, while mentoring engineers and technicians and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable automation solutions.
Do you have what it takes?
Significant experience in automation-intensive manufacturing environments, ideally within packing systems or other high-volume operations.
Strong knowledge and experience of automation systems, robotics, AGVs, PLCs, SCADA and MES.
Experience leading the commissioning, validation and ramp-up of multi-vendor automated equipment.
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues and drive structured root-cause analysis.
Confident translating technical design intent into clear operational procedures, documentation and standards.
Strong communication skills and experience working with engineering teams, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and technology partners.
Fluent in English and willing to travel domestically and internationally.
Nice to Have:
Experience with automated packing equipment, case packing, palletizing, or material handling systems.
Experience with AGV fleets, warehouse automation, or intralogistics systems.
Familiarity with ISO9001 or similar quality or technical governance frameworks.
Experience working with global R&D or engineering organizations.
Spanish language skills are a plus.
Compensation
The salary for this position has a range of min 93,989 to 140,983 max annual based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The definitive compensation may vary in alignment with the selected candidate’s professional background, experience, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.
Note: This position is based at our LEGO Virginia manufacturing factory located in Richmond. This is not a remote position.
Compensation
The salary for this position has a range of $93,989.00 - $140,983.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
What’s in it for you?
Here are some of what to expect:
Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.
Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based
Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.
Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
Your workplace – When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.
We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.
The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.
We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”
The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.
Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.
We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.
Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.
Just imagine building your dream career.
Then make it real.
Join the LEGO® team today.
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