Engineer

• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations by evaluating and resolving product, process, and production-related issues to minimize disruptions and maintain operational efficiency.
• Review, analyze, and disposition non-conforming products and materials, ensuring timely resolution while maintaining compliance with engineering, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, quality, procurement, and supplier teams to facilitate the successful introduction and transition of new products into production.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to address manufacturing defects, quality concerns, and process inefficiencies.
• Evaluate engineering changes, product designs, technical drawings, CAD models, and specifications to ensure manufacturability and compliance with established standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, waste elimination, and process optimization.
• Support suppliers and internal stakeholders in resolving technical issues related to components, assemblies, manufacturing processes, and product performance.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, engineering records, process instructions, and technical reports to support production requirements.
• Ensure adherence to applicable engineering standards, GD&T requirements, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance expectations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify risks, prioritize technical issues, and implement effective solutions that support business objectives and customer requirements.
• Analyze manufacturing and quality performance data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and support informed decision-making.
• Provide technical guidance and influence stakeholders across functions to achieve alignment, resolve conflicts, and drive timely project execution.

Engineering - MFG

• Strong engineering fundamentals (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and product development
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Ability to read technical drawings, CAD models, and Engineering Standards
• GD&T knowledge (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory requirements
• Background supporting engineering activities in a manufacturing environment
• Supporting engineering activities related to manufacturing processes and production operations

Manufacturing Processes

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and product development
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Engineering problem-solving and root cause analysis related to production processes
• Familiarity with process controls, quality requirements, and continuous improvement practices

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
• Engineering problem-solving and root cause analysis
• Ability to evaluate alternatives, identify risks, and make data-driven decisions
• Analytical approach to resolving manufacturing and product-related issues

Effective Communications

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Influencing and Negotiation
• Emotional Intelligence
• Conflict Resolution
• Time Management and Prioritization
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams

Additional information:

• Location: Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon (On-Site 100%)

• Schedule: Monday to Friday 6:24am - 5pm, (subject to changes; availability for shift changes, weekend coverage: one weekend per month based on staff rotation).

• <15% of working time will be domestic & international travel.

• Domestic relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Final details:  

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