■Company Overview: Sika is a global leader in specialty chemicals for the construction and automotive industries, committed to sustainability and innovation. As part of our “Strategy 2028”, we are accelerating digital transformation to enhance automation, real-time data management, and smart
manufacturing processes. This role supports our end-user manufacturing operations by bridging operational needs with advanced Industry 4.0 technologies, ensuring alignment between regional (APAC) and global strategies. This role primarily focus on Automation and Digital integration at new
Sika Japan plant and lead as local representativeness.

■Responsibilities;
• Develop/Review System Specifications: Design and build detailed specifications for automation systems integrated with Industry 4.0 infrastructure, including IoT-enabled devices, smart sensors, and data platforms for predictive maintenance, quality control, and supply chain optimization.
• Automation Standards Expertise: Apply knowledge of general automation standards (e.g., IEC61131 for PLC programing, ISO 50001 for energy management in manufacturing, and Japanesespecific standards like JIS B 8430 for industrial robots) to ensure compliance and efficiency in production lines.
• Convey End-User Needs: Act as the bridge between Sika’s manufacturing teams (as end-users focused on digital transformation) and external systems integrators, translating business requirements into technical scopes, RFPs, and implementation plans to drive seamless adoption of digital tools.
• OT Protocol Implementation: Hands-on configuration and integration of Operational Technology (OT) protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, EtherNet/IP to enable secure data exchange between shop-floor equipment and enterprise systems.
• Project Management and Alignment: Lead cross-functional projects to align a new project in Japan with Sika’s global transformation strategy, including automation, real-time monitoring via industrial devices.
• Hands-On Technical Work: Perform prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of automated systems, while collaborating with teams on PLC/DCS programming and IIoT deployments.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management: Facilitate workshops, presentations, and reports to communicate progress, risks, and benefits to internal stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Recommend upgrades to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.