Manufacturing Systems Engineer Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Company Profile: At CAVA we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that’s been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years. We prioritize authenticity, curiosity and the pursuit of excellence in everything we do. We are working towards something big, together.

We foster a culture built on five core values:

• Generosity First: We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act in service of others.
• Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.
• Act with Agility: We welcome change; it’s the only constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt.
• Passion for Positivity: We greet each day with warmth and possibility.
• Collective Ambition: We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.

The Sr Systems Engineer Manufacturing based out of CAVA’s Verona, VA plant willlead key technical functions for CAVA’s Manufacturing Teams focused on the following core responsibilities: Hardware and software management of operational technology (OT), facility management, and mobile technology. You will have the opportunity to support our manufacturing capability at all stages, through design, implementation, and continuous improvement. In this role you will ensure proper monitoring and operation of our manufacturing systems to facilitate effective and efficient operations. You will leverage feedback and data to deliver a high level of performance across critical manufacturing technology functions.

• Support CAVA manufacturing operational technology systems:
  • Maintain inventory of equipment and systems.
  • Provide field support for any issues encountered and bring them to a speedy resolution.
  • Ensure proper maintenance and patching are conducted.
  • Design, build, and manage OT technology systems to ensure a high state of operations and reliability.
  • Drive vendor management accountability to SLAs and other contractual obligations to ensure the ongoing functioning of OT operations.
  • Identify opportunities for long term cost optimization.
  • Ensure the successful procurement of technical equipment required to support growth objectives.
  • Leverage data to identify problem areas that require remediation.
  • Ensure proper security controls are in place for access and communication with OT network.
• Support CAVA manufacturing facility management systems:
  • Ensure CAVA facility management systems are maintained, monitored, and highly reliable.
  • Continually improve facility management technology systems and coverage.
  • Drive vendor management accountability to SLAs and other contractual obligations to ensure the ongoing functioning of OT operations.
  • Identify opportunities for long term cost optimization.
• Support CAVA Manufacturing mobile technology:
  • Maintain inventory and configuration management for mobile technology.
  • Ensure proper maintenance, patching, and handling procedures for mobile technology.
  • Provide field support for any issues encountered and bring them to a speedy resolution.

• Minimum of2years of experiencewithdemonstratedsuccess as anengineerprovidinga track recordof driving change and fostering innovation
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, or related programpreferred.
• Self-motivated and takes initiative to pursue goals.
• A collaborative team player that can support and help align cross functional team initiatives.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
• Strong planning and analysis skills.
• Proven track record of good performance and attendance.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Ability tomaintainstationary position to be able tooperatea computer and other office equipment
• Must be able toidentify,analyzeand assess details
• For certain positions, must be able to occasionally move or transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively
• Constantly positions self and move about to support ordinary restaurant or food production support or office operations, as applicable
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

• Competitivesalary,plus bonus and long-term incentives*
• Early Wage Access!
• Unlimited PTO, paid parental leave,pluspaid opportunities to give back to the community
• Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance plus more!
• 401k enrollment with CAVA contribution
• Company-paid STD, LTD, Life and AD&D coverage for salaried positions*
• Free CAVA food
• Casual work environment
• The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand

As an equal opportunity employer, CAVA considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic or protected classes as defined by federal, state, or local law.