Smart Factory Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Review and implement applications of Smart Factory systems based on the latest technology.
• Project management and deployment of key Smart Factory systems including Remote Ops System, Autonomous Calibration, Product Traceability, and Preventive Maintenance.
• Participate in Site Acceptance Test (SAT) and Commissioning to perform functionality and performance checks of smart factory systems once installed at equipment.
• Plan strategies to improve equipment efficiency and availability based on automation (via PLC – Programmable Logic Controller) and digitalization (Python, C#).
• Control Smart Factory Communication Channels with the parent headquarters to adopt lessons learned.
• Manage issues related to Smart Factory.
• Generate Weekly/Monthly Reports (Issue/Achievement/Progress).
• Conduct regular cadence meetings (weekly or monthly) to discuss issues, progress, and achievements of smart factory projects with the parent headquarters and Ultium Cells 1 (Ohio) and 2 (Tennessee) battery facilities.
• Manage Smart Factory Systems Investment & Operation Budget.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Engineering (Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Computer Engineering).
• In-depth understanding of network systems & IT.
• Proficient in using PC, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to review and modify smart factory systems via Python, C#, and PLC program (Siemens) preferred.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis and problem-solving.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours occasionally for collaboration with different time-zone colleagues and to support manufacturing/equipment teams for system testing.
• Commitment and desire to learn complex battery manufacturing processes.
• Bilingual skills (writing and speaking) in English and Korean required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of Factory Automation (Programmable Logic Controller, Python, C#, Data Analytics incl. Feature Engineering etc.) and Project Management (Schedule & Task progress management).
• Knowledge and experience of Smart Factory and Factory Automation.
• Knowledge in the automotive and/or battery industry and manufacturing.
• IT & Network experiences.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Self-directed and ability to work in a diverse workforce.
• Self-motivated, strong accountability, and enthusiastic learner for dedicated smart factory systems and foundation technologies (PLC, Machine Learning, Network, Vision inspection etc.), with keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate technical details both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work across multi-cultural environments and global distributed projects.