Data Collections Engineer

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components Danville; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility 6%

Shift premium 10%

Perfect attendance bonus $2,600+

Productivity bonus $2,600+

Paid Time Off

Supplier discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid company holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Marathon Health program

401(k) with 5% match

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components Danville seeks a Data Collections Engineer to strengthen the Process Engineering team. You will develop data collection programs, coordinate system troubleshooting, and drive improvements in information workflow from control level to data collection database to meet end-user needs.

Responsibilities include supporting production data software, maintaining application environments, and coordinating database administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with 5 years of industrial data collection experience.
• German language ability is preferred; strong reading, writing, and presentation skills.
• Strong SQL Server experience; Oracle is a plus; background in VB, C, C++, and Q‑Das is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee production data collection software planning, installation, maintenance, and problem recovery.
• Coordinate and supervise production data application development and provide technical support.
• Oversee database administration: stored procedures, triggers, backups, disaster recovery and security.
• Write code in the specified programming language to bridge applications.
• Create new applications using the specified programming language.
• Troubleshoot and modify existing programs to meet criteria.
• Participate in production systems projects.
• Write reports and data retrieval programs.
• Develop system and user documentation and provide training.
• Implement new functionalities with the Technological Center in Eschen.
• Coordinate data collection activities with other plant sites and global data management group.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

German language capability

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/EE

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

Visual Basic

C

C++

Q‑Das

Job description

Pay range based on experience & education: $75,000 - $85,000/annual. 6% annual bonus potential.

The Data Collections Engineer is a key contributor to the Process Engineering team at thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components. Specifically, the Data Collections Engineer is responsible to provide strategic recommendations for data collection systems and to provide direction for the improvement of information workflow in the data collection areas. The successful candidate coordinates activities for troubleshooting systems, researching, identifying, and providing resolution influencing day-to day operations activities. They develop programs within the specified programming languages in data collection projects, implementing technology to improve data collection procedures. The Data Collections Engineer provides data from the control level to the data collection database, customized to the needs of the end user. This position is part of a team that is fully engaged in the implementations of highly automated, global technology.

Your responsibilities

• Manage and oversee production data collection software planning, installation, maintenance, and problem recovery.
• Support, coordinate and oversee production data application development by maintaining application environment and providing technical support.
• Support, coordinate and oversee database administration: stored procedures, triggers, back ups, restores, disaster recovery and security.
• Write code in the specified programming language to bridge applications.
• Create new applications using the specified programming language.
• Troubleshoot and recommend changes to existing programs and modifying them to meet certain criteria.
• Participate on production systems projects.
• Write reports and data retrieval programs
• Develop system and user documentation and provide training.
• Implement new functionalities in cooperation with our Technological Center in Eschen.
• Provides coordination of data collection / data management activities with other plant sites and world wide data management group.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your profile

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, with 5 years of experience in industrial data collection incorporating computer technology, software, hardware and Windows operating system.
• Language: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, or governmental regulation; write reports, business correspondence, and procedures; effectively speak in public and present information and respond to questions from all levels of personnel throughout the organization and external groups. Ability to speak German is preferred.
• Technology: Strong Microsoft SQL Server experience required. Experience with Oracle, a plus. Strong background in Visual Basic, C, C++, and Q-Das Statistical Software is a must.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your benefits

• Annual Bonus Eligibility of 6% of your base salary!
• 10% Shift Premium, based on base wage
• Perfect Attendance Bonus; $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Performance Productivity Bonus, $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplier Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Marathon Health for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• 401(K) Plan with 5% Company match!

Company

thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components is one of the world’s automotive industry leading partners for development and manufacturing of highly complex, state-of-the-art drivetrain technologies for both combustion engines and electric motors. Worldwide, 10 locations with 3,800 employees produce over 25 million drivetrain components per year. The product portfolio includes camshafts and cylinder head cover modules for the valve train as well as rotor shafts for battery electric vehicles.

Our electrical A/C compressor, designed for the natural refrigerant CO2, sets new standards in efficient and sustainable thermal management.

With precision and passion, we are enabling our customers in the automotive industry to achieve their emission and sustainability targets for more than 30 years.

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components is proud to be Certified by Great Place To Work. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components. This year, 82% of employees said it’s a great place To Work – 25 points higher than the average U.S. company. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.