Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina is seeking a Principal Engineer to serve as the functional domain expert for Siemens Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) OpCenter EXDS Logistics. This strategic role bridges business requirements with system capabilities to optimize inbound/outbound logistics, warehouse management, and inventory operations at the battery plant. This individual will lead process mapping, backlog management, and implementation guidance while ensuring end-user adoption through training and change management support. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Computer Science, or related discipline • 8+ years of experience in MES/LES environments with 5+ years working with Siemens OpCenter (preferably EXDS) • Demonstrated expertise in logistics operations including inbound/outbound processes, warehouse management, and inventory control • Strong ability to build and manage a product backlog and author detailed user stories • Experience acting as a business-IT liaison in Agile delivery teams • Excellent collaboration and stakeholder communication skills Preferred Qualifications • Experience with EXDS Logistics module specifically in automotive or battery manufacturing • Exposure to Logistics Execution Systems (LES) in addition to MES platforms • SAFe or Scrum certification • Knowledge of Toyota Production System (TPS) and Lean logistics principles Roles & Responsibilities • Act as the primary functional domain expert for Siemens MOM OpCenter EXDS Logistics • Lead process mapping workshops with manufacturing and logistics stakeholders to identify gaps and translate requirements into functional specifications • Provide implementation guidance to the development team based on deep knowledge of OpCenter EXDS capabilities • Build and maintain a detailed product backlog in Jira, ensuring user stories and epics are refined and tied to measurable business value • Partner with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives based on operational impact and feasibility • Act as the primary liaison between business users, IT teams, and development squads • Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives • Stay current with Siemens OpCenter EXDS capabilities and broader MES/LES industry trends • Drive end-user adoption through training plans, user guides, and hands-on coaching Base Salary Range : $140,000 to $180,000 Per Annum TCS Employee Benefits Summary: Discretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Me dical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. #LI-SV2 #LI-KUMARAN