Automation & Controls Technician - 2nd Shift
Listed on 2026-01-25
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Engineering
Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
Overview
Shape the future today. The world is changing. Mercedes-Benz Vans develops mobility of tomorrow with interdisciplinary teams. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. This is an opportunity to contribute beyond your job title. We offer an environment for professional and personal growth, cutting-edge training, and promising career opportunities. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.
JobOverview
Plans and develops comprehensive controls and automation technology systems and architecture for complex processes and large production systems and draws up standards and resolutely put into practice.
ShiftSecond
Responsibilities- Execute the plant’s controls architecture with focus on process stability, system availability, as well as ease of operation and maintenance.
- Troubleshooting complex PLC equipment problems and performing systems tests in line and sandbox.
- Analyze designs, programs, simulations, and test procedures for automated machinery and processes and communicate discrepancies to vendors for corrections.
- Contribute to new equipment planning and perform buy-off checks for PLC/Automation equipment.
- Execute software changes and optimization on automation equipment.
- Execute PMs, safety checks & work orders on automation equipment.
- Optimize, debug, and rewrite automation software programs.
- Work with planning, engineering and commissioning of controls equipment through final buy-offs of equipment in the shops with suppliers and MBV production/maintenance teams.
- Drive continuous improvement processes to optimize manufacturing efficiency in PLC/Robot/Automation software.
- Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings and support/guides technicians on shift to review logic to resolve breakdowns.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Required:
4+ years relevant experience; OR Relevant certificate + 3 years relevant experience; OR Relevant associate degree + 1 year relevant experience - Preferred: 5+ years relevant experience; OR Relevant certificate + 4 years relevant experience; OR Relevant assoc. degree + 2 years relevant experience
Indirectly relevant experience: experience working with automation equipment, mechanical repairs, working toward a related degree or certification.
Knowledge & Skills- Solid understanding of computer programming and software development.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex PLC equipment problems and perform complex systems tests in line and sandbox.
- MB buy-off experience to ramp up new installation and check line builder implementation regarding ECM-Standard.
- Experience with PLCs, robotics and automation and process equipment (Integra Wave 5/6/7 & Kuka KRC4).
- Optimization of series programming, cycle time optimization, archive of backups, correction of findings in the PLC program.
- Project Management experience.
- Strong process engineering “LEAN” skill set.
- Independent working skills.
- Good coordination skills.
EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH 401k MATCHING.
Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits- Mitarbeiterhandy möglich
- Gesundheitsmaßnahmen
- Mitarbeiterrabatte möglich
- Mitarbeiter Events
- Parkplatz
How to Apply
Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC
8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy, Charleston, SC 29456
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