Maintenance Excellence Engineer

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met. We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms. Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn GENERAL FUNCTION The Maintenance Excellence Engineer – Automation & Robotics serves as a technical leader responsible for driving the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of highly automated warehouse systems, including sorters, conveyors, AMR/ACR robotic fleets, and PLC-controlled equipment. This role provides advanced troubleshooting expertise, leads root cause analysis, mentors junior engineers/technicians, and partners with cross-functional teams to ensure maximum system uptime and operational excellence. Technical Leadership & Advanced Maintenance Lead complex troubleshooting, diagnostics, and corrective maintenance on automation systems including conveyors, sorters, ASRS, AMR/ACR robots, and associated control systems. Serve as the subject-matter expert for PLC logic, controls architecture, and industrial networks. Perform advanced PLC programming, logic modifications, and system optimization to improve throughput, reliability, and system stability. Conduct in-depth root cause investigations and develop permanent corrective actions for chronic equipment failures. Supporting automation integration and growth of multiple sites in North America. Continuous Improvement & System Reliability Lead reliability improvement initiatives, downtime reduction plans, and predictive maintenance strategies. Drive process improvements in coordination with Engineering, Operations, and OEM vendors to enhance equipment performance and operational efficiency. Analyse equipment performance data to identify trends, failure patterns, and optimization opportunities. Safety & Compliance Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety regulations, lockout/tagout requirements, and quality standards. Lead safety audits, equipment risk assessments, and implementation of protective system improvements (interlocks, sensors, E-stops, etc.). BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline. 7+ years of experience in automation, robotics maintenance, or industrial controls in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment. Knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi) and industrial communication networks. Strong understanding of robotics technology (AMR/ACR), conveyor systems, sorters, and warehouse automation equipment. Advanced PLC programming experience including function blocks, ladder logic, and structured text. Experience with SCADA, HMI development, and network infrastructure (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, Profibus etc.). Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic capability. Experience with predictive maintenance technologies Proven success leading cross-functional improvement projects. Excellent communication, prioritization, and leadership skills. WORK ENVIRONMENT Fast-paced automated warehouse or industrial environment. May require shift flexibility, on-call support, and response to critical system failures during non-standard hours. Frequent interaction with robotics fleets, conveyors, high-speed automation, and control panels.