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Assembly Equipment and Facility Layout Planner (DLE)
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Posted:
1 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
29 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering planning and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking anAssembly Equipment and Facility Layout Planner (DLE) for a client in the automotive industry specializing in car manufacturing. This is a long-term Contractor role based in Vance AL that requires onsite presence. If youre eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects we look forward to your application.
PURPOSE:
The DLE function performs the detailed layout planning of all Assembly equipment. The planning position works very closely with Facilities and Logistics planning to ensure all areas that impact the overall layout are covered.This role will focus on layout planning for our MOPF2 launch as well as series-related layout tasks.
This will also include planning a shop rebalance in which many equipment and Team members related areas will need to be relocated pr repurposed. Project listing and deliverables are listed below.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIRED SKILLS:
PREFERRED SKILLS:
FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE:
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
PURPOSE:
The DLE function performs the detailed layout planning of all Assembly equipment. The planning position works very closely with Facilities and Logistics planning to ensure all areas that impact the overall layout are covered.This role will focus on layout planning for our MOPF2 launch as well as series-related layout tasks.
This will also include planning a shop rebalance in which many equipment and Team members related areas will need to be relocated pr repurposed. Project listing and deliverables are listed below.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan overall assembly layouts in collaboration with cross-functional teams (Assembly Logistics Conveyor and Civil Engineering) using Bentley MicroStation V8i
- Define and plan facility modifications including:
- Structural steel (I-beams) platforms and mezzanines
- Media supply systems (power compressed air)
- White steel ESD coatings and markings
- Process exhaust systems
- Lineside equipment (turnframes underframes tilt tables)
- IT infrastructure (hardware and data drops)
- Develop scopes of work and cost estimates (MNK) including layout and technical descriptions
- Create detailed assembly layouts using MicroStation and FAPLIS
- Coordinate project timelines and ensure alignment with overall project plans
- Lead layout-related project meetings
- Supervise and manage construction site activities
- Act as the primary interface between internal departments and external partners
- Review and validate designs from external planners and contractors (e.g. robot cells assist devices)
- Serve as a liaison between suppliers facilities and project teams to ensure proper equipment procurement and installation in accordance with company standards
- Support overall assembly building processes
- Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Strong background in equipment and tooling projects
- Demonstrated project management experience
- Hands-on technical capabilities
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Flexibility to support clients needs and demands
- Knowledge in Microsoft Suite (Word Excel Project and PowerPoint)
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Knowledge and understanding of equipment in a manufacturing environment
- Problem solving
- Knowledge in system applications such as SAP CAD Faplis
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Ability to clearly communicate technical information both verbally and in writing.
- Work experience with Mercedes-Benz in equipment and tooling related issues
- Experience in project management and in leading problem-solving groups
- German Language proficiency
- Work is normally performed in an office laboratory manufacturing floor or machine shop setting where physical work includes but is not limited to sitting standing reaching kneeling bending and lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.
FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE:
- Location: Vance AL
- Schedule: 40 hours/week
- Assignment Start: ASAP
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e. SWJ MACHINING and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
