Title:  Senior Executive - Automation & Innovation

Job Requisition ID:  7111
Location: 

Welisara, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Strategic Business Unit:  Key Accounts Group 3
About the Company and Job Details: 

About Brandix

Driven by curiosity, Brandix is a digital-first company that addresses unmet needs by manufacturing empowered apparel solutions, delivered by inspired people. Our 50 - year history is built on life-long relationships with global partners who share our purpose: inspiring a future that drives prosperity for everyone.

Key purpose of the Job

The Senior Executive – Automation & Innovation is responsible for carrying out automation engineering activities during the product development phase. Key responsibilities include performing R&D, designing and developing prototypes for sewing and non-sewing automation, and preparing and maintaining records and documentation. Additionally, the role-holder is responsible for coordinating with operations teams to ensure the effective handover of solutions, while maintaining all required documentation.
 

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Participate in product development activities to understand and analyze new styles
  2. Complete automation solutions within specified timelines
  3. Handover development outcomes to operations teams
  4. Implement machine settings, manage SMV improvement projects and lead cost-reduction initiatives and conduct spot audits to achieve functional objectives
  5. Plan and execute automation projects effectively
     

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electronics Engineering, preferably with a focus on Mechatronics

Experience

4 to 5+ years of experience in machine maintenance, engineering design, and automation projects
Proficiency in developing prototypes using specialized software and external resources, with strong expertise in mechanical, mechatronics and pneumatic systems, as well as CAD drawings and IoT developments

Competencies

Drive Vision & Growth
Excite & Engage Customers
Inspire Each Other
Simplify & Focus

This is an Equal Opportunity Company