Daimler AG (Canada)
Assembly Series Planning Engineer, Vision Systems
Daimler AG (Canada), Vance, Alabama, United States, 35490
Job Description - Assembly Series Planning Engineer, Vision Systems (MER0003XBW)
Assembly Series Planning Engineer, Vision Systems Group : Mercedes-Benz Group AG
Description Mercedes-Benz: Building Exceptional Vehicles… and Careers!
The best chapters in Alabama’s automotive success story are yet to come. The Mercedes-Benz automobile of the future will be different; greener, more efficient, safer, and even more fascinating.
Only one thing will never change – It will wear a star.
The vehicles we manufacture are the finished results of our skilled workforce, and we're hiring even more. We are looking for Specialists and Team Members to join us in crafting a wide variety of vehicles from the Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV to our all-electric electric vehicle, the EQS SUV and EQE SUV. Our Tuscaloosa County site is home to the production of Mercedes’ luxury SUV models, including electric vehicles. Just down the road in Bibb County, MBUSI has launched the production of high-performance lithium-ion batteries. Our two campuses are among the most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in the world, with over 6 million square feet combined.
MBUSI offers an excellent total rewards package including competitive compensation, health and life insurance, 401(k) matching program and defined contribution retirement plan, annual bonuses, tuition assistance, and paid holidays. Further on-site MBUSI resources such as childcare, medical center and fitness center are available for all to utilize.
Our Team Members share a common goal to be the best luxury auto manufacturer in North America. MBUSI is committed to excellence and actively promotes positive team culture, teamwork, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Mercedes-Benz, U.S. International, Inc. takes pride in being an Equal Employment Opportunities workplace. Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, age, ethnic origin, and any other characteristics classified under applicable Local and Federal laws.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to join us in electrifying the future!
Purpose of the Position Under general supervision this position plans and implements the Assembly Shop equipment changes necessary to accommodate changes to processes, product, or build scenarios. This position will perform the necessary feasibility analysis, execute project justifications, and plan projects from concept through handover to operations.
Essential Functions Project planning
Support engineering change coordination meetings as required
Perform engineering change and cost feasibility analysis for potential projects
Create business justifications for potential projects using inputs from the organization
Create new equipment concepts, specifications and layouts including updates to the line infrastructure as needed
Ensure plant training needs are met in specifications
Create initial milestones for the project and estimated project costs
Create production startup support plan
Coordinate design reviews with the project stakeholders to include all project aspects
Coordinate with IPS to define supplier list
Receive and compare quotations from potential suppliers in conjunction with IPS
Create Purchase Requisitions
Work with IPS on awarding process, including justifications
Define buyoff documentation package required
Strategy/Target development
Work with management and internal stakeholders to develop strategy and goals with series and future product needs in mind
Present and coordinate cross-functional group bottom-up and top-down alignment on strategy and project status, sharing milestones, challenges, and chances
Leading Vision within the Assembly Shop and working together with global Mercedes-Benz strategy to keep the path forward for the plant in line with our global strategy
Project implementation
Lead supplier kickoff with all stakeholders
Coordinate design reviews with the project stakeholders
Provide shipping approval by inspecting the equipment at the supplier’s site
Provide project management for the installation of new equipment
Plan, monitor and control Project schedule, Project costs, Project Risks, Project changes
Work with Facilities Planning for demo or de-commissioning activities to ensure all aspects are considered
Lead Commissioning and Buyoff Process – ensure all stakeholders are included and right documentation is utilized, and punch lists are maintained
Ensure all plant training needs are met and on time
Project Validation
Production support to monitor equipment readiness during change implementation
Ensure all equipment is installed and runs per the design
Coordinate the execution of all Machine Capability studies by ET
Coordinate the execution of all Process Capability studies needed to verify, equipment changes before start PT2
Ensure all documentation is executed per the timeline
Lead closure of punch list items
Production Monitoring
Monitor daily/weekly equipment performance for systemic issues that could be addressed through hardware or software improvements
Work with internal stakeholders to find appropriate solutions to series systemic issues/error proofing, in consideration of future projects
Evaluate manufacturing equipment capabilities against future build ratio changes and update planning accordingly
Ensure final documentation for buyoffs is completed per the timeline
Maintain regular communication to TOC/other plants to stay up to speed on upcoming technologies
Handover equipment to quality, production, and maintenance
Perform safe work practices and participate in trainings and safety programs in a positive and proactive way by following safety rules, procedures, regulations, standards and laws. Report all unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and injuries to management, including your supervisor, or the Safety Department. Work safely 100% of the time.
Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications Education This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience A minimum of three (3) years' of relevant professional experience in the following area(s): engineering oriented environment with a manufacturing setting, with strong emphasis on equipment and tooling projects, project management, and strong hands-on capabilities.
Necessary Skills, Certifications, etc.
Flexibility to support MBUSI needs and demands
Knowledge in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint)
Ability to work in a team environment
Knowledge and understanding of equipment in a manufacturing environment
Widespread understanding of how machines are integrated into a manufacturing system
Project Management - cost/budget, timeline management, risk management
Problem solving
Preferred Skills
Ability to clearly communicate technical information, both verbally and in writing
Work experience with Mercedes-Benz in vision equipment and tooling related issues
Experience in project management and in leading problem solving groups
Knowledge in system applications such as SAP, CAD
Experience with Keyence Vision Systems in a manufacturing environment
German Language proficiency
Measurement system analysis experience
Sponsorship is Not Allowed for this position.
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Assembly Series Planning Engineer, Vision Systems Group : Mercedes-Benz Group AG
Description Mercedes-Benz: Building Exceptional Vehicles… and Careers!
The best chapters in Alabama’s automotive success story are yet to come. The Mercedes-Benz automobile of the future will be different; greener, more efficient, safer, and even more fascinating.
Only one thing will never change – It will wear a star.
The vehicles we manufacture are the finished results of our skilled workforce, and we're hiring even more. We are looking for Specialists and Team Members to join us in crafting a wide variety of vehicles from the Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV to our all-electric electric vehicle, the EQS SUV and EQE SUV. Our Tuscaloosa County site is home to the production of Mercedes’ luxury SUV models, including electric vehicles. Just down the road in Bibb County, MBUSI has launched the production of high-performance lithium-ion batteries. Our two campuses are among the most advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in the world, with over 6 million square feet combined.
MBUSI offers an excellent total rewards package including competitive compensation, health and life insurance, 401(k) matching program and defined contribution retirement plan, annual bonuses, tuition assistance, and paid holidays. Further on-site MBUSI resources such as childcare, medical center and fitness center are available for all to utilize.
Our Team Members share a common goal to be the best luxury auto manufacturer in North America. MBUSI is committed to excellence and actively promotes positive team culture, teamwork, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Mercedes-Benz, U.S. International, Inc. takes pride in being an Equal Employment Opportunities workplace. Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, age, ethnic origin, and any other characteristics classified under applicable Local and Federal laws.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to join us in electrifying the future!
Purpose of the Position Under general supervision this position plans and implements the Assembly Shop equipment changes necessary to accommodate changes to processes, product, or build scenarios. This position will perform the necessary feasibility analysis, execute project justifications, and plan projects from concept through handover to operations.
Essential Functions Project planning
Support engineering change coordination meetings as required
Perform engineering change and cost feasibility analysis for potential projects
Create business justifications for potential projects using inputs from the organization
Create new equipment concepts, specifications and layouts including updates to the line infrastructure as needed
Ensure plant training needs are met in specifications
Create initial milestones for the project and estimated project costs
Create production startup support plan
Coordinate design reviews with the project stakeholders to include all project aspects
Coordinate with IPS to define supplier list
Receive and compare quotations from potential suppliers in conjunction with IPS
Create Purchase Requisitions
Work with IPS on awarding process, including justifications
Define buyoff documentation package required
Strategy/Target development
Work with management and internal stakeholders to develop strategy and goals with series and future product needs in mind
Present and coordinate cross-functional group bottom-up and top-down alignment on strategy and project status, sharing milestones, challenges, and chances
Leading Vision within the Assembly Shop and working together with global Mercedes-Benz strategy to keep the path forward for the plant in line with our global strategy
Project implementation
Lead supplier kickoff with all stakeholders
Coordinate design reviews with the project stakeholders
Provide shipping approval by inspecting the equipment at the supplier’s site
Provide project management for the installation of new equipment
Plan, monitor and control Project schedule, Project costs, Project Risks, Project changes
Work with Facilities Planning for demo or de-commissioning activities to ensure all aspects are considered
Lead Commissioning and Buyoff Process – ensure all stakeholders are included and right documentation is utilized, and punch lists are maintained
Ensure all plant training needs are met and on time
Project Validation
Production support to monitor equipment readiness during change implementation
Ensure all equipment is installed and runs per the design
Coordinate the execution of all Machine Capability studies by ET
Coordinate the execution of all Process Capability studies needed to verify, equipment changes before start PT2
Ensure all documentation is executed per the timeline
Lead closure of punch list items
Production Monitoring
Monitor daily/weekly equipment performance for systemic issues that could be addressed through hardware or software improvements
Work with internal stakeholders to find appropriate solutions to series systemic issues/error proofing, in consideration of future projects
Evaluate manufacturing equipment capabilities against future build ratio changes and update planning accordingly
Ensure final documentation for buyoffs is completed per the timeline
Maintain regular communication to TOC/other plants to stay up to speed on upcoming technologies
Handover equipment to quality, production, and maintenance
Perform safe work practices and participate in trainings and safety programs in a positive and proactive way by following safety rules, procedures, regulations, standards and laws. Report all unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and injuries to management, including your supervisor, or the Safety Department. Work safely 100% of the time.
Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications Education This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience A minimum of three (3) years' of relevant professional experience in the following area(s): engineering oriented environment with a manufacturing setting, with strong emphasis on equipment and tooling projects, project management, and strong hands-on capabilities.
Necessary Skills, Certifications, etc.
Flexibility to support MBUSI needs and demands
Knowledge in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint)
Ability to work in a team environment
Knowledge and understanding of equipment in a manufacturing environment
Widespread understanding of how machines are integrated into a manufacturing system
Project Management - cost/budget, timeline management, risk management
Problem solving
Preferred Skills
Ability to clearly communicate technical information, both verbally and in writing
Work experience with Mercedes-Benz in vision equipment and tooling related issues
Experience in project management and in leading problem solving groups
Knowledge in system applications such as SAP, CAD
Experience with Keyence Vision Systems in a manufacturing environment
German Language proficiency
Measurement system analysis experience
Sponsorship is Not Allowed for this position.
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