Arseny Popovichenko

Result-oriented Automation Engineering Leader with 13+ years of experience driving industrial automation, warehouse/intralogistics, material flow solutions and automation strategy in international automotive manufacturing (Tier-1 & OEM). CAPM (PMI) certificated and PMP (PMI) candidate with a proven track record of leading end-to-end automation initiatives, overseeing CAPEX budgets, supervising simultaneous multi-plant deployments, and integrating corporate governance and engineering standards across cross-functional international teams. Deep technical proficiency in PLC, FlexSim simulation, and CAD, combined with Lean/Kaizen principles to improve production stability and operational efficiency.

Proven track record of driving EMEA-wide automation roadmaps and establishing engineering standards across multi-plant environments, leading cross-functional teams in English-speaking corporate environments. Focused on senior engineering, technical leadership, and collaboration within collocated and remote teams.

Regional Industrial Engineer at Motherson SAS (2023-01 – Present)

• Led development of a global intralogistics automation strategy by organizing workshops, leading logistics processes analysis and identification of automation opportunities across multiple manufacturing sites (10+ plants in European Region)
• Defined and implemented global technical and procedural framework for automation projects (Governance, Standard Technical Specification, Acceptance Procedures), improving delivery efficiency, consistency and speed of implementation
• Supervised and coordinated simultaneous automation projects, managing end-to-end project execution across multiple plants with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with global standards, timelines, and strategic objectives; Acted as technical leader, process expert or project manager - depending on plant's needs
• Acted as process owner and technical leader for logistics automation initiatives, supporting plants with technical expertise and best practices
• Led and delivered global training sessions for employees, supporting adoption of standards, best practices and new automation solutions
• Conducted FlexSim simulations to model, analyze, and optimize logistics processes, supporting investment decisions and ensuring the most cost-effective process implementation
• Owned design and implementation of KPI monitoring system for AGVs, enabling data-driven decision-making and preparing the ground for AGVs integration into a Digital Twin

Integrated Factory Automation Coordinator at Nissan Manufacturing (2018-01 – 2023-12)

• Owned end-to-end internal development and implementation of an in-house made AGV system, from requirements definition and solution design to commissioning and operational handover, providing 2x ROI compared to external solutions
• Led plant-wide implementation of the AGV systems across 60+ material handling routes, improving production flow, material availability, and operational stability while reducing operational costs and operator workload
• Coordinated cross-functional teams (production, maintenance, IT, safety, vendors), managing priorities, risks, and change requests to align with production constraints and timelines
• Introduced system monitoring and connectivity improvements for AGV operations, increasing reliability, transparency, and incident response time
• Identified automation bottlenecks and proposed technical and process improvements to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentored multiple junior engineers and supported knowledge transfer, improving team effectiveness and long-term system ownership

Integrated Factory Automation Specialist at Nissan Manufacturing (2015-01 – 2018-12)

• Delivered cost reduction automation projects from concept creation to commissioning and ramp-up
• Participated in commissioning and ramp-up of automated production and logistics systems, providing technical support during early production phases
• Collaborated closely with production and maintenance teams to diagnose and resolve automation-related issues, contributing to improved OEE and reduced downtime
• Supported Lean and Kaizen initiatives within automation projects, contributing to cost reduction and operational efficiency

Integrated Factory Automation Technician at Nissan Manufacturing (2013-01 – 2015-12)

• Developed and implemented new factory automation equipment, covering full lifecycle from concept and technical design to testing, commissioning, and launch into production. Design included CAD, electrical schematics, PLC logic, and system-level integration with existing production equipment
• Provided hands-on technical support to Maintenance and Production teams, resolving automation-related issues and ensuring production continuity
• Collaborated closely with engineers, operators, and maintenance personnel to translate production needs into practical automation solutions

Master of Engineering in Design and Technological Support of Machine-Building Industries – St. Petersburg State Polytechnical University (2014)

Bachelor's Degree in Technology, Equipment, and Automation of Machine-Building Industries – St. Petersburg State Polytechnical University (2011)