MES Process Engineer (F/M) / Ingénieur Process Systèmes MES (H/F)

Automotive Cells Company (ACC) is a joint venture created in the summer of 2020, supported by Stellantis, Mercedes-Benz, and Saft (a subsidiary of TotalEnergies). Our ambition is to produce electric batteries at the highest technological level while developing cleaner and more accessible mobility for all.

🔋 We are proud to manufacture, in our Billy-Berclau Gigafactory, the batteries that already power several electric vehicles available on the market (PEUGEOT E-3008 and E-5008, Opel Grandland, DS N°8, Citroën C5 AirCross, and Jeep Compass).

Since 2023, Block 1 of our Billy-Berclau / Douvrin Gigafactory has entered production. This first block marks a decisive milestone in the site’s history: after the launch of the first production lines, we are now engaged in a ramp-up phase—an essential step toward reaching full industrial capacity.

This period is marked by major technical and human challenges: ensuring process reliability, optimizing performance, strengthening skills, and embedding a culture of operational excellence.
To support this industrial acceleration, we are recruiting dynamic and passionate teams across Production, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, HSES, and Logistics.

⚡️ Joining Block 1 means taking part in the very heart of ACC’s industrial development and contributing every day to the success of our Gigafactory.

🔋 Join ACC and be part of shaping the future of electric mobility. Our batteries already power the PEUGEOT E-3008 and E-5008, Opel Grandland, DS N°8, Citroën C5 Aircross and Jeep Compass — and soon, Mercedes!

Job description

• Act as the point of contact for processes for the implementation of new MES programs or standards

• Ensure the availability of MES systems, their adoption and their development according to the needs and the evolution of the manufacturing tool.

• Escalate problems to the appropriate external support teams and follows up on the resolution when he / she cannot provide a solution himself / herself

• Maintain an up-to-date global understanding of Supply Chain supporting systems and their overall architecture.

• Help to understand the interfaces that link the different components (MES, QAD, Data etc.) together and highlights opportunities for integration and simplification.

• Provide support to managers and contributors in the operations and supporting departments, ensure the skills development of teams on MES. Identify the skill gap, develop and run training programs.

• Collect business needs and translates them into MES specifications. Provide support to users of new MES developments.

• Support the prioritization of different developments.

• Support the definition of the new process in the operation field and production KPIs.

• Organize the deployment and validation of MES system updates, manage the implementation of new modules.

• Maintain up-to-date overall understanding of MES systems and their architecture across the plant. Help to understand the interfaces that link the different components together (QAD, Data etc.)

• Develop a complete expertise in all MES modules (Zebra, Desktop, Light) and MES systems as well as the reports and data export (SSRS Report). Responsible for providing training to users.

• Provides improvement solutions by analysis of issues and eliminating root causes.

• Ensure 100% validation of MES systems’ deployment, support the implementation of new modules.

To describe the DNA of Block 1 of the ACC Gigafactory :

• A high-threshold SEVESO-classified industrial site where safety governs every action.

• A ramp-up in production where we are adapting our practices to improve stability and performance.

• A strong culture of quality supported by regular checks and committed teams.

• A close-knit group united around ambitious goals, with management on the ground to support success.

Your profile is a match if :

• Good understanding of the manufacturing of products in different industries.

• Knowledge in MES

• Communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams

• Knowledge of the different functions related to manufacturing (production, process engineering, supply chain, quality, Maintenance…) and related supporting tools (PLM, ERP, CMMS…)

• Experience in Change Management

• Knowledge in process mapping, functional testing tools

• Analytical skills, pedagogic skill

• 1 - 3 years in MES related activities, 1 – 3 years of manufacturing experience

• Fluent in English and French

• Sense of organization and planning (coordination of a team)

Compensation & Benefits :

• Fixed salary range : 45k-50k gross annual salary

• Variable pay : 6%

Why join us?

✅ Performance-based bonuses
✅ Meal allowance
✅ Profit sharing
✅ Attractive employee benefits: gift cards, holiday vouchers, tickets, organised outings, etc.
✅ Mileage allowance
✅ Referral bonus
✅ Two meal delivery options + connected fridges
✅ Multicultural and inclusive environment

Our Recruitment Process :

• Phone Pre-Qualification : an initial conversation to understand your background, motivations, and answer your questions.

• Technical Interviews (2 steps) : discussions with managers to assess your skills and put them into perspective with the role and team challenges.

• HR Interview : an in-depth conversation, supported by a behavioral assessment, reviewing key points from the technical interviews, discussing your future within ACC, and covering employment conditions.