MES Development Engineer

Toyota North America • Liberty, NC

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About The Position

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time. Who we’re looking for The BEV Feature Development lead will play a key technical role in the implementation, configuration, and support of Siemens OpCenter as part of our Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) program for a new automotive battery plant. This position will be responsible for designing, developing, configuring, and optimizing OpCenter Discrete modules to support manufacturing, quality, logistics, and production control processes. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Siemens OpCenter and an understanding of high-volume manufacturing environments. What you’ll be doing Solution Design & Configuration Configure and customize Siemens OpCenter Discrete modules to meet business and manufacturing requirements. Develop user interfaces, workflows, and data models within OpCenter. Integrate OpCenter with ERP, PLC, SCADA, and other plant floor systems. Technical Implementation Develop scripts, APIs, and data connectors for system integration. Work closely with business analysts to translate functional requirements into technical solutions. Conduct unit and system testing of OpCenter functionality. Support & Optimization Troubleshoot MES-related production issues and implement fixes or optimizations. Monitor system performance and recommend enhancements. Provide tier-3 technical support during production ramp-up and ongoing operations. Collaboration & Documentation Work with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and logistics to ensure system alignment with operational goals. Document configurations, development changes, and integration mappings. Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives. What you bring Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of experience implementing or supporting Siemens OpCenter MES (Discrete preferred). Experience with MES-to-ERP and MES-to-PLC integrations. Proficiency in SQL, scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, C#, Python), and API integration. Understanding of manufacturing workflows and quality processes. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Added bonus if you have Experience in automotive or battery manufacturing. Knowledge of Siemens OpCenter Foundation, Quality, or Logistics modules. Familiarity with Mendix low-code application development. Experience working in hybrid agile/waterfall environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and commitment to quality. Clear communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. Leadership abilities to guide testing teams in a high-pressure plant launch environment. What we’ll bring During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include: A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as 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 Relocation assistance (if applicable): Belonging at Toyota Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [e-mail]. At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. Career Possibilities: Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better. If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience implementing or supporting Siemens OpCenter MES (Discrete preferred).
• Experience with MES-to-ERP and MES-to-PLC integrations.
• Proficiency in SQL, scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, C#, Python), and API integration.
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows and quality processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in automotive or battery manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Siemens OpCenter Foundation, Quality, or Logistics modules.
• Familiarity with Mendix low-code application development.
• Experience working in hybrid agile/waterfall environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Clear communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Leadership abilities to guide testing teams in a high-pressure plant launch environment.

Responsibilities

• Configure and customize Siemens OpCenter Discrete modules to meet business and manufacturing requirements.
• Develop user interfaces, workflows, and data models within OpCenter.
• Integrate OpCenter with ERP, PLC, SCADA, and other plant floor systems.
• Develop scripts, APIs, and data connectors for system integration.
• Work closely with business analysts to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
• Conduct unit and system testing of OpCenter functionality.
• Troubleshoot MES-related production issues and implement fixes or optimizations.
• Monitor system performance and recommend enhancements.
• Provide tier-3 technical support during production ramp-up and ongoing operations.
• Work with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and logistics to ensure system alignment with operational goals.
• Document configurations, development changes, and integration mappings.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.

Benefits

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as 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
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level