Manufacturing Engineer 3 - Paint and Body
Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC · Ladson, SC
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 24 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC (industrial) in Ladson, SC. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Value stream mapping, Root cause, Automation, Machining, Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in South Carolina: typical posted base $100k–$125k.
Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 31 manufacturing engineer openings in South Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 30 other live manufacturing postings in South Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $100k–$125k, from 9 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 52%
- Tooling 42%
- New product launch 32%
- ✓ Root cause 32%
- FMEA 26%
- Team leadership 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC in Ladson
1 other open role at this site.
- Body Shop Maintenance Engineer (PLC) · Controls
Full description from Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLCAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Plans and designs manufacturing processes in an industrial plant.
Improve production methods, determine manufacturing capacity, and set up production schedules
Provides support in the design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation in support of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, plastics processing, welding and brazing, assembly, and material handling
Manage the implementation of continuous improvement processes for efficiency to create a Lean Manufacturing environment.
Investigates problems, analyzes root causes and derives resolutions . Will use 8D Problem Solving Process to ensure sustainable quality products.
Develops operational strategies to achieve production and financial objectives
Assures product and process quality by designing complex testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes
Participates in budget preparation and monitor expenses and profitability
Writes spec books; requests and evaluation of supplier quotations
Designs, documents, and implements medium to large-scale manufacturing processes. Determines feasibility of production changes
Performs a variety of complicated tasks relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Evaluates current production activities & processes and drives improvements
Periodically ensures that highly technical equipment meets required specifications and high quality standards
Implements cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards
Contributes to product and process quality design testing methods
Develops planning standards, methods, and procedures
Stays current with product specifications, engineering technology and production processes
Provides guidance to less senior manufacturing engineers.
May act as deputy for Production Manager
Proposes and manages medium-scale projects from beginning to end.
Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant degree required.
Over 5 years of relevant experience required, strongly preferring automotive, such as Body in White, Paint, and Assembly.
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Tasks
Shape the future today.
The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.
At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.
Summary
Monitors the factory’s performance, manage & allocate manpower and strengthen and develop the organization's production & planning structure. Develops, implants, and improves complex manufacturing production processes and methods.
Knowledge and skills
Utilize system analysis of production methods/procedures and process automations for continued growth improvements.
Ability to present complex technical information related to achieving goals of the department.
Motivate, develop, direct and influence team members at all levels and cultural backgrounds of the organization.
Able to anticipate needs and deliver timely, relevant solutions and actions.
Background in manpower distribution based on production and efficiency targets.
Experience in process layout and optimization incorporating asset utilization is a plus.
Knowledge of value stream mapping to reduce waste and improve output in a production environment is desired.
Proven written and verbal communication to all levels.