Automation Engineer: Optical Fiber Manufacturing Lead

Flint Hills Resources; El Salto; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Automation Engineer at Molex Guadalajara will lead the introduction and integration of new equipment for optical fiber NPIs, ensuring robust, scalable automation solutions from installation to release. You will work with cross-functional teams and international suppliers to drive line startups and continuous manufacturing excellence.

With a focus on PLC programming, HMI development, robotics, and precision vision systems, you will help build high-precision automated manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Valid passport and ability to travel for equipment reviews and supplier support.
• Experience automating manufacturing equipment and new line/plant startups.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Ladder Logic/Structured Text) and HMI development.
• Knowledge of industrial automation systems, robotics, sensors, and machine vision.
• Ability to work with international suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation, debugging, qualification, and release of new automated equipment for optical fiber manufacturing.
• Coordinate FAT, installation, SAT, qualification, validation, and ramp-up activities including new line startups.
• Drive automation projects from concept to implementation, including automating machines from scratch.
• Collaborate with local and international suppliers, translating product and process requirements into machine parameters and qualification activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues involving automation systems, robotics, vision systems, and precision mechanisms.
• Train and support manufacturing and maintenance teams, ensuring seamless handover and ongoing process excellence.
• Ensure sensitive optical components are handled to prevent damage or contamination.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial automation

Robotics

Machine vision

Cross-functional teams

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Cognex

Keyence

Job description

The Automation Engineer at Molex Guadalajara will lead the introduction and integration of new equipment for optical fiber NPIs, ensuring robust, scalable automation solutions from installation to release. You will work with cross-functional teams and international suppliers to drive line startups and continuous manufacturing excellence.

With a focus on PLC programming, HMI development, robotics, and precision vision systems, you will help build high-precision automated manufacturing