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Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

Main Mission:

-Responsible for maintaining and supporting all manufacturing plant systems to ensure optimal performance and uptime.

-Coordinate the automation projects for the Plant.

-Identify the best practices for automation applications.

-Ensure that all automated systems meet the functional requirements and that implementation is conducted timely and efficiently. Propose and implement system improvements.

-Support plant personnel on performing complex system/automated tasks. Assist maintenance personnel in complex trouble shooting.

-Contribute to division robotics and automation network, ensure the automation support for the plant and projects.

 

Main Responsibilities:

-Manage the automation projects at the plant level

  • Primary lead for implementing and maintenance of Digital Factory systems and work closely with IT/IS teams to ensure systems are operating at peak efficiency. 

  • Assist in installation and programing with supplier. Debug, troubleshoot, maintain and modify auto equipment.  

  • Select the right tools and systems according to business needs. 

  • Formalise connection between MES/traceability system and automation equipment 

  • Participate to impacts analysis on MES : new projects, new flows, and update of FMEA  

  • Ensure PLC Integration for MES go live according to IES plant deployment plan 

  • Develop, coordinate and implement training programs with full documentation, based on procedures and solution documents and user’s guide.  

  • Define test plans and create documentation 

  • Design and control software testing 

  • Participate in software testing 

  • Integrate new solutions into PO existing system 

  • Provide clear report /follow-up of process means modification/implementation

-Support proper usage and maintenance of the Industrial System

  • Conduct training for production personnel on new automated systems and assess competencies and ensure Best Practices Gathering PLC, Robotics, HMI, HW (act) 

  • Ensure clear understanding and execution of the specification 

  • Attend conference calls between site and Support Structure for open tickets follow-up,  

  • Assist maintenance personnel with troubleshooting, for complex equipment or automated – electrical/software issues  

  • Support PAS factory stop problem 

 

Qualification/Knowlege:

-Bachelor's/Master's Degree in engineering (specialty in automation)

-Experience in PLC program development

-Experience in PLC program development , PLC maintenance 

-Backgrounds in assembly paint and injection manufacturing for plastics/composites. Knowledge with MES, SCADA system and industrial IT Hands-on Robotic and PLC programming experience 

-Data analysis and mindset 

-Good communication and pedagogical skills  

-Ability to plan, organize and prioritize 

-Good project management skills 

-Skilled in PLC/HMI  configuration and programing (ideally Siemens) 

-Knowledge of programming/computer background 

-Understanding of network concepts and protocols 

-Understanding of MES and Information flows  

-Basics to understand OPC server / middleware  

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.

Date:  Jun 17, 2025
Location: 

Chattanooga-Tennessee, US

Custom Field 5:  384284

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