Job Location: Hershey, PA Summary: Reporting to the Director – Physical Automation & Packaging Systems Engineering, the Sr Engineer – Automation is a senior member of the Physical Automation Engineering group supporting Global Operations Engineering. Based in Hershey, PA with responsibility across U.S. manufacturing locations, this role independently leads the development, execution, and implementation of medium to high complexity physical automation projects. The position applies advanced engineering judgment, deep technical expertise, and cross-functional leadership to deliver safe, scalable, and efficient automation solutions including robotics, machine vision, and integrated control systems. Domestic travel typically ranges from 30–50% depending on project needs, with limited international travel for equipment research. * * * Specific Role Focus Area:* Responsible for designing, integrating, and optimizing advanced automation systems—including collaborative robotics, vision sy...