Digital Engineer

Job Title: Digital Engineer

Location: Thailand

About Unilever

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. 

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

Job Purpose

The Digital Engineer will be responsible for deploying digital applications as part of the Digital Factory Operating System (DFOS). This includes overseeing the implementation of systems such as online SPC (Statistical Process Control) and managing online tag data to drive the digital factory agenda. The role involves establishing and maintaining data connections for digital projects, ensuring seamless integration across systems.

Main Responsibilities

• Deploy and manage digital applications, including DFOS, SPC, MCOF and other factory automation systems/project.

• Drive the digital factory agenda by ensuring the seamless operation on adoption and increase data online tag and digital data flows

• Establish, maintain, and troubleshoot data connections for digital projects, ensuring high availability and reliability.

• Lead cross-functional projects that integrate advanced digital tools and systems to improve manufacturing operations.

• Serve as a central point of contact among the global deployment team, production, and external suppliers, ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements.

• Partner with Process Engineer to build capabilities in digital engineering, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to digitize operations within the supply chain.

Candidate Criteria

Experience & Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience coordinating and driving projects/transformation in digital platform

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, particularly in a digital engineering role.

• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices for digital systems

• Experience in digitizing operations within the supply chain and leading cross-functional projects.

Skill

• Strong foundation in OT network and digital infrastructure.

• Proven experience in setting up and supporting digital projects across manufacturing sites.

• Expertise in PLC, data boxes, data connection protocols, and OPC UA

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex digital systems and networks.

• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with global teams, production, and external suppliers.

• Experience leading foundational digital initiatives, promoting the data driven approach.

• Proficiency in process improvement and analytical skills, with a focus on driving business operation improvements.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.

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