Mercedes-Benz in the UK · 2 months ago
Assembly Production Engineer
8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMercedes-Benz Vans is a leading company in the mobility industry, focused on developing the mobility of tomorrow. The Assembly Production Engineer will monitor departmental performance, manage manpower, and improve manufacturing processes to achieve production and financial objectives.
AutomotiveManufacturingSales Automation
Responsibilities
Develops best practices to improve production capacity, quality and reliability
Manage the implementation of continuous improvement processes for efficiency to create a Lean Manufacturing environment
Investigates problems, analyzes root causes and derives resolutions. Will use 8D Problem Solving Process to ensure sustainable quality products
Develops operational strategies to achieve production and financial objectives
Assures product and process quality by designing complex testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes
Participates in budget preparation and monitor expenses and profitability
Writes spec books; requests and evaluation of supplier quotations
Designs, documents, and implements medium to large-scale manufacturing processes. Determines feasibility of product changes
Utilize system analysis of production methods/procedures and process automations for continued growth improvements
Performs a variety of complicated tasks relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Evaluates current production activities and drives improvements
Periodically ensures that highly technical equipment meets required specifications and high quality standards
Implements cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards
Contributes to product and process quality design testing methods
Develops planning standards, methods, and procedures
Plans workplaces considering ergonomics
Stays current with product specifications, engineering technology and production processes
Provides guidance to team members to accomplish production goals; Mentors and provides guidance to less senior manufacturing engineers for skill/knowledge base development
Motivate, develop, direct and influence team members at all levels and cultural backgrounds of the organization
May act as deputy for Production Manager
Proposes and manages medium-scale projects from beginning to end. May scope and manage large capital investment projects (>$5M)
Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings
Will perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant degree required
Over 5 years of relevant experience required, strongly preferring assembly manufacturing in Trim or Chassis, including experience such as: Hands-on Programming experience in booth or work cell, PLC experience such as; Siemens Step 7, Tia Portal, Hands-on experience in off-line simulations, 3D-CAD experience such as; Inventor, SolidWorks, Catia, Siemens NX, Hands-on experience pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and computer controlled systems, Hands-on experience with process devices such as; motor drives, sensors, AC/DC converters, encoders, lifts, conveyors, etc
6 years of relevant experience may be substituted for degree
Knowledge of manufacturing methods/procedures and process technology
Able to perform essential functions of the job
Ability to present complex technical information related to achieving goals of the department
Able to influence team members at all levels of the organization
Proven written and verbal communication at all levels within the organization with good negotiation skills
Able to anticipate needs and deliver timely, relevant solutions and actions
Proven design & implementation of Continuous Improvement themes with savings
Knowledge of value stream mapping to reduce waste and improve output in a production environment is desired
Experience in process layout and optimization incorporating asset utilization is a plus
Background in manpower distribution based on production and efficiency targets
Ability to troubleshoot, instruct repair techniques, & assist if needed for root cause analysis in stressful situations
Ability to read & create blueprints and schematics
Knowledge of trim and chassis assembly process
Benefits
EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH 401k MATCHING
Company
Mercedes-Benz in the UK
Mercedes-Benz, a Mercedes-Benz Group AG company, is one of the most well known and established premium brands in the world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2026-01-07
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