Smart Factory Project Engineer

Company: Trumpf
Location: Hoffman Estates
Posted on: May 9, 2022

Job Description:

How brave are you? We are a high-tech company providing machine tools and laser technology, and are looking for people who can face new challenges with a fresh mind. As an independent family company, we offer you the freedom and trust to put your brave ideas into practice. With you on board, we would like to power ahead with the digital networking of the manufacturing industry. Our passion and creative drive ensure that we are an innovative force - across the globe at over 70 TRUMPF locations.SummaryThe Smart Factory Project Engineer is responsible for successfully driving and coordinating the interplay of Smart Factory elements with a focus on North American customer's needs. The individual will analyze workflows, identify needed features and potential gaps to ensure our solutions meet quality, usability, and business objectives. He / She will also serve as a subject matter expert for Smart Factory digital products and be in contact with TRUMPF Smart Factories around the globe. The position involves close collaboration with teams in US, Germany and Austria, underlining the international nature of this role.Principle Duties & ResponsibilitiesIdentify and analyze process weaknesses of digitally connected production using TRUMPF machine tools.Work closely with the Advanced Technology Engineers and Software teams to verify functionality and identify white spots at internal and external customers. Work independently to create, test and evaluate new ideas that can increase automation and maximize the impact of our Integrated Cutting, Bending & Welding strategy.Document test results and improve maturity level of TruConnect software tools to ramp up go to market strategy.Organize Smart Factory round table discussions with key North American customers to receive market feedback on their current challenges and future needs.Provide structured feedback to Product Management and Development on requirements, business cases and benefit validation of features and their deployment to customers.Work closely with other TRUMPF Smart Factories and product centers on development roadmaps and priorities.Domestic and some international travel as required up to 25% of working timeExperienceThree years working experience in the digital field with strong project management and proficient Industry 4.0 knowledge required. Needs to have excellent problem solving, interpersonal as well as team playing skills combined with strong organizational talent and the ability to work with different cultures. Knowledge of manufacturing systems, sheet metal fabrication and MES software tools, e.g. TRUMPF TruTops Fab, is a plus. Excellent MS Office knowledge is required. Excellent communication skills are required as this position involves extensive contact with customers and sales representatives. German languages skills helpful.EducationBachelor's degree in a technical discipline or business informatics is required. Technical Master's degree in a relevant field strongly preferred. Proven knowledge in the fields of Professional Scrum Master / Product Owner preferred.TRUMPF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.#LI-Hybrid

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