Equipment & Controls Planning Engineer -24-00269

Equipment & Controls Planning EngineerOnsiteAbout the JobDuration: Long-Term Renewable ContractLocation: Greer, SCPay rate: HourlyJob ID: 4830This is a Full Time W2 position, no subcontracting or C2C.OverviewDataSoft Technologies is seeking a Equipment & Controls Planning Engineer to join our client in Greer, SC. The individual will provide project planning, installation, start-up and acceptance, as well as engineering support of new installations and optimization measures of the conveyor and equipment technology in Assembly.Responsibilities:Engineers the planning of technical equipment within Assembly as delegated by the ManagerEvaluates concept evaluations with technical and financial focus for new facility and process equipment.Provides Project oriented planning and realization of measures in collaboration with the internal customer as well as external suppliers.Finds the optimum solutions in regard to costs, quality, ergonomics, technical innovation and environment.Confers with management, engineering and other staff regarding structural capabilities, production schedules and other considerations to facilitate production processes.Provides cost estimation (Invest, Budget), technical specification and request for quotes.Evaluates, coordinates and compiles bidder circle, call for bids, offers evaluation, recommendation for the award of contract, acceptance of the equipment from the suppliers and handing over to the operator as delegated by the ManagerDevelops and implements equipment countermeasures to improve equipment reliability. Ensures all equipment design is capable of 98% uptimeEnsures all assigned countermeasures are developed on schedule and effective Ensures all assigned projects are on schedule and at/or under approved budget Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.Qualifications:Bachelor or Master's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering preferred) or the equivalent of 4 years of engineering experience in the automotive industry.3 years of experience in an engineering environment (automotive process or automotive).3 years of Project Management experience in several equipment and/or controls planning projects as well as structural modification.Advanced = problem investigation & data analysis experience.Advanced = long and short-term project management experience (continuous improvement, process analysis, controls planning)Advanced = cross functional communication experienceAdvanced = equipment maintenance experience in electrical, controls, software and mechanical areas.Intermediate = experience using Microsoft Office applicationsIntermediate = experience in CAD Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Ability to use and apply statistical methods to aid with process analysis.German language skills preferred.About our CompanyDataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical/Dental Insurance GroupAccident/Critical Illness InsuranceLife Insurance401 (K)