BEV OpCenter Engineer

Overview

Taylor Manufacturing is seeking a passionate and highly motivated OpCenter Engineer to join our Manufacturing IT Department. The primary responsibility of this role is to design, configure, and support Siemens OpCenter solutions for manufacturing, quality, and logistics processes. Reporting to the Siemens MOM Product Owner, the person in this role will support the Manufacturing IT department's objective to deliver a reliable and scalable MES platform for the Liberty battery plant. This position is based in the Battery Plant in Liberty, NC. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within a commutable distance of this location.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for configuring and customizing Siemens OpCenter to meet manufacturing and business requirements. They will also develop workflows, data models, and user interfaces within the OpCenter platform, build and maintain integrations between OpCenter and ERP, PLC, SCADA, and other plant systems, develop scripts, APIs, and data connectors to support system functionality and integration, troubleshoot MES-related issues, and implement performance improvements in production environments. Additionally, they will support testing activities, including unit and system testing of OpCenter functionality, collaborate with business analysts and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Configure and customize Siemens OpCenter to meet manufacturing and business requirements
• Develop workflows, data models, and user interfaces within the OpCenter platform
• Build and maintain integrations between OpCenter and ERP, PLC, SCADA, and other plant systems
• Develop scripts, APIs, and data connectors to support system functionality and integration
• Troubleshoot MES-related issues and implement performance improvements in production environments
• Support testing activities, including unit and system testing of OpCenter functionality
• Collaborate with business analysts and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of experience implementing or supporting MES platforms, preferably Siemens OpCenter
• Experience integrating MES with ERP systems and shopfloor systems (PLC, SCADA)
• Proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting/programming language (e.g., JavaScript, C#, Python)
• Experience developing APIs or working with system integrations

Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens OpCenter modules (Discrete, Foundation, Quality, Logistics)
• Experience in automotive or battery manufacturing environments
• Experience with Mendix/Ignition or other low-code platforms
• Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits

• Award-winning benefits package including:
• Professional growth and development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to achieving our goals and creating a positive impact in the communities we serve. If you have questions about our commitment to diversity and inclusion, please contact us at talent.acquisition@toyota.com.