Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineer — Automation

Dekko; Ciudad Juárez; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

Dekko is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineer — Automation based in Ciudad Juárez to identify, justify, develop, and implement automation solutions across our plants. The role focuses on improving uptime, cycle time, and cost by evaluating new technologies and building strong ROI cases.

You will lead projects from supplier evaluation through installation and production launch, work with PLC/HMI controls, sensors, and integration, and collaborate with Operations, Quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering with process automation experience.
• Hands-on PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic diagrams.
• Advanced English for technical meetings and documentation.
• Willingness to travel to the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize automation opportunities in existing equipment and processes.
• Develop equipment specifications and capital investment business cases.
• Lead automation projects from supplier evaluation through installation, validation, and production launch.
• Develop and improve PLC/HMI controls, sensors, motion control, and equipment integration.
• Troubleshoot complex automation issues using 8D, A3, DMAIC, and root cause analysis.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, control plans, and process capability studies.
• Collaborate with EHS and Maintenance on machinery risk assessments and safety validation.
• Establish reusable automation and controls standards.
• Evaluate and support equipment data acquisition, OEE monitoring, and MES/ERP connectivity as projects are approved.
• Provide technical guidance and collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and Product Engineering across Dekko plants.

Skills

Automation expertise

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical documentation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley / Rockwell

Siemens

CAD

Process simulation tools

Job description

Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineer — Automation

Job Function: Engineering

Full-Time Position

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Since 1952, Dekko has partnered with leading brands to deliver manufacturing solutions and engineering expertise. Our culture is built around Integrity, Accountability, Passion, Unity, and Customer Focus.

With operations across North America, Dekko offers opportunities to collaborate across locations, solve manufacturing challenges, and improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.

Our Locations

Our North American locations include:

• Grand Rapids, Michigan — Sales Office
• Ardmore, Alabama — Power & Data Manufacturing
• Garrett, Indiana — Power & Data Manufacturing
• Avilla, Indiana — Assembly & Molding Manufacturing
• El Paso, Texas — Warehouse

Job Summary

The Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineer — Automation leads the identification, justification, development, and implementation of automation solutions across Dekko manufacturing plants.

Based in Ciudad Juárez, this role prioritizes improvements to existing equipment and processes to reduce downtime, cycle time, and costs. The position also evaluates new technologies based on technical feasibility and return on investment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize automation opportunities in existing equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Develop equipment specifications and capital investment business cases.
• Lead automation projects from supplier evaluation through installation, validation, and production launch.
• Develop and improve PLC/HMI controls, sensors, motion control, and equipment integration.
• Troubleshoot complex automation issues using 8D, A3, DMAIC, and root cause analysis.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, control plans, and process capability studies.
• Collaborate with EHS and Maintenance on machinery risk assessments and safety validation.
• Establish reusable automation and controls standards.
• Evaluate and support equipment data acquisition, OEE monitoring, and MES/ERP connectivity as projects are approved.
• Provide technical guidance and collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and Product Engineering across Dekko plants.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; equivalent demonstrated experience may also be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience, with significant hands-on experience in process automation, PLC/HMI, controls, and equipment integration.
• Proven experience leading automation projects from business case through production launch.
• Hands-on PLC programming and troubleshooting experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, or equivalent.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams.
• Proficiency with CAD and relevant process simulation tools.
• Knowledge of machinery safety and structured problem-solving methods.
• Advanced English required for technical meetings and documentation.
• Availability to travel to U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Machine vision experience with Cognex, Keyence, or equivalent.
• Experience with robotics, cobots, or automated material handling.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0, equipment data acquisition, OEE, or MES/ERP integration.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Why Join Dekko?

Work with engineering and operations teams across Dekko to improve manufacturing processes, lead automation projects, and deliver measurable results.

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