Production Engineer 3

Job category: Production

Department:

Paint Shop Technical & Maintenance

Organization:

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC

Location:

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC, Charleston, SC Start date: immediately Publication date: 25.03.2026 Job number:

MER00040XL

Working time: Full time Apply Tasks Shape the future today. The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.

Job Overview:

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 Qualifications

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or related field Over 5 years of relevant experience required, strongly preferring automotive, such as Body in White, Paint, and Assembly, including experience such as: Hands-on Programming experience in booth or work cell PLC experience such as; OMRON, AllenBradley, Siemens Hands-on experience in off-line simulations 3D-CAD experience such as; Inventor, SolidWorks, Catia, Siemens NX, ect. 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 Benefits Mobile Phone for Employees Possible Health