Job Details:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our client’s expanding team, as an Industry 4.0 Implementation Engineer, to work on a hybrid remote basis.

Please note that this role requires regular travel to production sites in the UK and Europe.

We are seeking a highly skilled Industry 4.0 Implementation Engineer to play a pivotal role in the advancement of our electric motor and battery manufacturing facilities. Based in the UK, with required travel to our production sites in the UK and EU, the successful candidate will spearhead the integration of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies to revolutionise our automotive production lines. This role is central to enhancing efficiency, ensuring product quality, and maintaining our competitive edge in the electric vehicle market.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment of Industry 4.0 technologies, including IIoT, virtual commissioning and condition-based monitoring, among many
  others, to support the manufacturing of electric vehicle powertrains.
• Collaborate with various engineering teams to seamlessly integrate digital systems into production processes, ensuring alignment
  with our electrification goals.
• Drive continuous improvement by installing systems and sensors to enable data analytics for machine health monitoring, predictive
  maintenance, and production optimization.
• Facilitate training programs and provide ongoing support to staff, promoting the effective use of technological advancements on
  the shop floor.
• Regularly assess system performance, proposing and implementing innovative solutions to meet evolving industry standards.
• Manage full project lifecycles, from initial planning to execution, while adhering to budgets and timelines.

Skills Required:

• In-depth knowledge of IIoT platforms and smart manufacturing solutions.
• Exceptional project management capabilities, with a track record of delivering complex projects successfully.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to data-driven decision-making.
• Hands-on experience with robotics, automation, and smart factory technologies

Skills Desired:

• Familiarity with a suite of Industry 4.0 applications
• Knowledge of cloud computing, IoT analytics, and SaaS models

Experience Desired:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in technology implementation within the manufacturing sector.
• Demonstrated success in leading Industry 4.0 initiatives and projects.

Experience Preferred:

• Prior experience within the automotive industry, particularly in projects related to electric vehicle powertrain production.
• Experience working across multiple teams, spanning different countries/cultures.

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.

Education Preferred:

• Industry-recognized qualifications in project management or Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field