LATAM R&D & Manufacturing Leader

Eaton Group; Santiago; Hybrid; CLP 118.577.000 - 177.866.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Eaton Group is seeking a LATAM R&D Manager to lead regional Research & Development and Engineering across Latin America, driving product localization, cost reduction, manufacturing innovation, process standardization, and capital investment projects.

The role reports to the LATAM Operations Director and supports operations in Mexico, Central America & Caribbean, Chile, and Brazil, with 50% travel and strategic emphasis on localization and engineering excellence.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a field of engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial).
• 7+ years progressive experience in engineering/R&D.
• 5+ years of people leadership with engineering teams.
• Advanced English and Spanish proficiency.

Aufgaben

• Lead regional R&D, cost reduction and localization initiatives for LATAM.
• Direct Manufacturing Engineering teams across Mexico, CAC, Chile and Brazil.
• Drive process standardization across plants and productivity programs.
• Manage regional Capex projects from justification to implementation.
• Standardize items/materials and product families across the region.
• Support localization strategy to grow manufacturing capacity in all plants.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Quality/OpEx, and Plant Managers on DFM/DFMA and new product introductions.
• Ensure compliance with Eaton standards and local regulations; develop regional engineering talent.

Kenntnisse

Strategic Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Project & Program Management

Change Management

Analytical Thinking

Talent Development & Coaching

Communication & Influencing

Results Orientation

English & Spanish Fluency

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering or MBA (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

Eaton Group is seeking a LATAM R&D Manager to lead regional Research & Development and Engineering across Latin America, driving product localization, cost reduction, manufacturing innovation, process standardization, and capital investment projects.

The role reports to the LATAM Operations Director and supports operations in Mexico, Central America & Caribbean, Chile, and Brazil, with 50% travel and strategic emphasis on localization and engineering excellence.