Digital Operations Process Engineer

ENABLE your future through light.Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7500 employees focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination optical detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical semiconductor industrial consumer products scientific security defense and aerospace sectors.ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.The OpportunityWe are seeking a practical operations-focused AI specialist to help guide and execute AI initiatives across manufacturing and business operations. The ideal candidate understands operational processes can identify high-value use cases and can effectively apply modern AI tools including Grok Build Codex and similar platforms to improve processes digitize manual work and extract insights from data. This role will be a strong bridge between operations teams and technology someone who can translate real operational pain points into workable AI solutions and drive adoption on the floor and in supporting functions.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with operations engineering quality and supply chain teams to identify and prioritize AI opportunities that improve process efficiency reduce manual effort and enhance decision-making.Lead or support AI-enabled process improvement projects from idea through pilot and scaling.Use AI tools Grok Build Codex and other available platforms to digitize manual processes build practical automation generate reportsdashboards and create working prototypes.Analyze operational data to surface insights trends and improvement opportunities translate findings into clear recommendations for leadership and process owners.Guide cross-functional AI projects by defining scope success metrics and realistic implementation plans while managing stakeholder expectations.Document solutions create simple user guidestraining materials and support change management so new tools and processes stick.Stay current on practical AI capabilities relevant to manufacturing and operations and evaluate which toolsapproaches fit our environment.Collaborate with IT and compliance stakeholders to ensure solutions meet security data handling and regulatory requirements.Required QualificationsBS in Industrial Manufacturing Mechanical Engineering Computer Information Systems or equivalent5 years experience in an Operation Systems focused environmentStrong understanding of manufacturing or operations processes experience in semiconductor electronics or complex discrete manufacturing preferred.Demonstrated ability to apply AI tools to real business problems process digitization data analysis automation of repetitive tasks or decision support.Hands-on experience with modern AI platforms and coding assistants Grok Build CodexGitHub Copilot or similar tools.Solid analytical skills and comfort working with operational data Excel Power BI or equivalent.Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences and influence without formal authority.Practical results-oriented mindset - focused on delivering usable solutions rather than theoretical models.Preferred QualificationsExperience with MES ERP SAP Dynamics or related manufacturing systems.Background in continuous improvement lean or process excellence.Familiarity with low-codeno-code tools and rapid prototyping approaches.Prior involvement in digital transformation or automation initiatives in an operations setting.What Success Looks LikeHigh-value AI use cases are identified piloted and scaled with measurable operational impact.Manual or paper-based processes are digitized in practical sustainable ways.Operations teams increasingly use AI tools effectively with support and guidance from this role.AI initiatives are well-scoped realistic and deliver clear business results rather than science projects.Please noteThis position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITARVisa sponsorship is not available for any position at ExcelitasLI-AM1Equal OpportunityAffirmative Action EmployerMinoritiesFemalesDisabilityGender IdentitySexual OrientationExcelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team Visit httpsjobs.excelitas.com