Functional Consultant MES - Automotive

About the job you are considering

We are seeking an experienced Functional Consultant specializing in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for the automotive industry. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions, ensuring optimal implementation and utilization of MES in automotive manufacturing environments.

Hybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.

If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)

Your Role

Some of your responsibilities will include (not limited to):-

• Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement through MES implementation.
• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders in the automotive manufacturing sector.
• Design and configure MES solutions tailored to automotive production needs.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure proper integration of MES with other systems (ERP, PLM, etc.).
• Develop and maintain functional specifications for MES modules and customizations.
• Conduct user training sessions and create documentation for MES usage.
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for MES-related issues.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in automotive manufacturing and MES.
• Participate in project planning and estimation activities.
• Ensure MES compliance with industry standards and regulations.

You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini equity, diversity and inclusion is part of everyday life, and will be part of your working reality. We have built an inclusive and welcoming environment, for everyone. We have a number of networks you can join, including our Women in Engineering employee network group. These networks support our community every day.

Your Skils and Experience

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Functional Consultant in MES implementation, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and industry-specific challenges.
• Expertise in one or more major MES platforms, preferably SAP DM.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies.

Nice to have:-

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Certifications in MES platforms or project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Experience with Industry 4.0 concepts and technologies.
• Knowledge of quality management systems in automotive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ISA95 standards.

Don’t meet every single requirements? Studies have shown women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini, stiving for equity, diversity and inclusion is part of everyday life, and will be part of your working reality. We have built an inclusive and welcoming environment, for everyone.

Your Security Clearance

To be successfully appointed to this role you will need to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard checks.

There are no nationality or residency restrictions, although if you have resided outside of the UK within the last 3 years, further checks may be required.

There are other criteria and checks required for BPSS, and throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.

What does "Get the Future you want" mean to you?

You will be encouraged to have a positive work-life balance. Our hybrid-first way of working means we embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements. You’d be joining an accredited Great Place to work for Wellbeing in 2024. Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions.

To help support wellbeing we have trained ‘Mental Health Champions’ across each of our business areas, and we have invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy. You will reimagine what’s possible: creating value for the world’s leading organisations through technology to build a sustainable, more inclusive future. You will work with a range of clients all with a unique set of business, technological and societal ambitions, which will make a real impact across the UK.

Why you should consider Capgemini

Growing clients’ businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. But when you join Capgemini, you join a thriving company and become part of a diverse collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. A powerful source of energy that drives us all to find new ways technology can help us reimagine what’s possible. It’s why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world’s leading businesses. And it’s how you’ll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge and always pushing yourself to do better, you’ll build the skills you want. And you’ll use them to help our clients leverage technology to grow their business and give innovation that human touch the world needs. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem. The Group reported 2023 global revenues of €22.5 billion.

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