Maintenance Engineer

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 is responsible for all systems, standards, policies and procedures related to the efficiencies of the equipment at MBUSI and the functions of the maintenance group.

Essential Functions: 

Provide primary/lead technical resource in support of maintenance group.
Develop, maintain and oversee maintenance systems and core maintenance activities.
Manage outsourcing activities and selection of key service contractors and suppliers.
Assist in the development and implementation of maintenance training programs as related to the equipment-based technologies. Deliver training in areas of technical expertise.
Define equipment life cycle and develop plans associated with them as required (i.e. rebuilds, upgrades, replacements, etc.).
Analyze shop efficiency/equipment downtime and provide plans and countermeasures for improvement.
Track all line related downtime systematically to improve efficiency.
Lead investigation of breakdowns related to extended downtime & maintenance system failures.
Develop and modify maintenance systems based on breakdown reports.
Develop all predictive and long-term preventative maintenance plans.
Responsible for auditing and maintenance of Preventative Maintenance (PM) system including all equipment care tasks in conjunction with the maintenance team. 
Plan and prepare for product changes and their impact on processes, equipment, tooling, in conjunction with supporting departments (Production, Process Engineering, Maintenance, etc.)
Develop, improve, and modify equipment, buy-off and "Scope of Work" standards
Ensure equipment safety standards related to new technologies.
Manage Maintenance Engineering budgets both expense and capital.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues for systems, standards, policies and procedures related to the equipment efficiency and function
Responsible for project management, planning, design reviews, implementation, and successful execution of expense and capital related projects.
Coordinate weekend work and shutdown activities.
Participate in weekend work activities overseeing/coordinating contractors and supporting maintenance activities.
Responsible for major rebuild, repair, and refurbishment projects.
Responsible for initial spare parts setup and establishing correct inventory levels.
Develop single point lessons, procedures, and guidelines relating to equipment needs.
Write project justifications, develop scope of work standards, and project timelines.
Prepare formal reports for the purpose of communicating problem/project status.
Work with shop resources to lead system and asset criticality scoring activities and align with planner for updates in SAP
Work with shop resources to lead FMEA risk analysis as well as PM optimization activities and align with planner for updates in SAP 
Review job plans and work instructions to ensure they are complete and efficient technical solutions
Review shop/asset performance using dashboards and any other available data
Perform daily tasks in a High Voltage Battery System assembly environment. 

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 supervisor or Human Resources.
Work safely 100% of the time.

Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience and Necessary Skills all must be met in order to qualify for position.

Education: 

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or in a related area, and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:   

A minimum of three (3) years' of relevant professional experience in the following area(s):

Industrial equipment, equipment reliability improvement, project planning and implementation

Necessary Skills, Certifications, etc.:  

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Project)
Working knowledge of PLC controls and associated hardware, field bus network systems, robotic systems and associated robotic applications.
Ability to work on or around complex robotic cells and conveyors   
Ability to work on or around high voltage battery systems
 

Preferred Skills:

Working knowledge of Prisma, Siemens NX, Siemens TIA portal, MBFS, Profinet, Autocad, Catia Version 5
Familiarity with high voltage battery/electrical systems
 

Sponsorship is Not Available.