Automation Engineer - Manufacturing

McKinsey; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinsey & Company in Monterrey seeks a problem‑solving consultant to tackle Industry 4.0 and IoT challenges. You will identify critical issues, run analyses, and present actionable recommendations while collaborating with senior leaders on automation and manufacturing topics.

Join our Industrial Hub, contributing to lean transformations and manufacturing strategy alignment. This role offers growth within a global firm and exposure to diverse client projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Hands‑on automation and robotics expertise.
• Lean implementation and industrial experience.
• Industry 4.0 and IoT knowledge highly valued.
• Ability to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Identify key issues, form hypotheses, design analyses.
• Conduct analyses and synthesize insights into recommendations.
• Collaborate with senior leaders on automation and manufacturing topics.
• Contribute to industrial hub initiatives in Monterrey.

Skills

Lean methodoliogy

IoT platforms

Robotics automation

Industry collaboration

Teamwork

English/Spanish bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechatronics/Industrial/Robotics/CS)

Job description

Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges? You’ve come to the right place.

YOUR IMPACT

Focusing on Industry 4.0 and Internet of Things (IoT), you will actively contribute to solving complex client challenges. Your responsibilities will include identifying key issues, forming hypotheses, designing and conducting analyses, and synthesizing insights into actionable recommendations. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders on diverse topics such as industrial automation, line balancing, Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) improvement, and supply chain optimization. You will work in Monterrey office as part of McKinsey’s Industrial Hub. Our Operations practice assists our clients in solving complex operational challenges. Blending strategic thinking with hands‑on practicality, our teams of consultants and experts work to develop and implement operational strategies that solve our clients' most critical problems. McKinsey’s Manufacturing Service Line, as part of the Operations practice, is committed to helping clients align manufacturing strategy to overall business strategy and design and execute manufacturing transformations. Our services in lean transformation are becoming an increasingly necessary requirement for clients in manufacturing sectors as well as non‑traditional Lean areas such as process (energy, basic materials) and service (banking, retailing, airlines) industries.

YOUR GROWTH

Driving lasting impact and building long‑term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning:Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast‑paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters:From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community:With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• World‑class benefits:On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well‑being for you and your family.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechatronics, Industrial, Robotics, Computer science) or equivalent
• Experience gained from high‑tech, automotive, advanced electronics companies or industrial robot manufacturers
• Hands‑on experience on automation and robotics key technology application
• Experience in line level design required, factory level and layout design experience is a plus
• Expertise in lean and demonstrated implementation evidence
• Industry 4.0 experience and IoT platform knowledge
• Expertise in defining and implementing automation across all stages of the value chain (Industry 4.0/IoT)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Comfortable with extensive travelBusiness level language fluency skills, both verbal and in writing, in English and Spanish

FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.