Controls Engineer

Aufgaben Mercedes-Benz Building Exceptional Vehicles… and CareersThe best chapters in Alabamas 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 were 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 401k 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 futurePurpose of the PositionUnder general supervision this position is responsible for leading controls engineering activities supporting new vehicle programs design changes and product lifecycle initiatives. Serves as the controls engineer for Series Planning ensuring manufacturing systems equipment and automation are prepared for future vehicle requirements while maintaining MBUSI and global standards.Essential FunctionsLead controls engineering activities for new vehicle introductions facelifts and model year changes.Evaluate product design changes for impact to automation PLC software robotics field devices HMIs and production processes.Coordinate implementation of design changes with Process Engineering Maintenance Production IT and international planning teams.Maintain change documentation and controls implementation schedules.Develop and or maintain controls requirements and technical specifications for capital projects.Participate in equipment buy-offs.Coordinate controls integration during equipment installation and commissioning.Support project execution during shutdowns and launch events.Ensure new equipment complies with MBUSI and global Mercedes-Benz controls standards.Support lifecycle planning for controls technologies associated with future programs.Serve as the primary controls interface between Series Planning Production Engineering Maintenance Production Quality IT and international engineering teams.Participate in simultaneous engineering meetings and product development reviews.Coordinate controls readiness for build events prototype trials pilot builds and production launches.Coordinate controls activities during installation commissioning and launch.Support PLC software validation network verification and process optimization.Lead controls issue resolution during launch phases.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. Qualifikationen QUALIFICATIONS Education Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met in order to qualify for position.EducationThis position requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer EngineeringComputer Science Information Technology Mechanical Engineering or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience.ExperienceA minimum of five 5 years of relevant professional experience in the following areasExperience required working with Rockwell control platforms.Necessary Skills Certifications etc.Allen-Bradley ControlLogixSiemens S7 PLCsProfinetEthernetIPDeviceNetFactory Talk View SESafety PLCsPreferred SkillsGerman language skillsKnowledge of Mercedes-Benz global engineering standards.