Automation Technology Manager – Lead Smart Factory Projects

the LEGO Group; Ciénega de Flores; On-site; Confidencial; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Care Leave

Life and disability insurance

Headspace wellbeing app

Colleague discount

Bonus scheme

Hybrid work model

Travel opportunities

Job summary

The LEGO Group in Mexico operates a global manufacturing environment where automation and logistics technology initiatives drive smarter factories. You will lead end-to-end automation projects, collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers, and act as the technical expert to enable efficient production and continuous improvement.

Based in our LEGO Operaciones de Mexico site in Cienega de Flores, NL, the role emphasizes stakeholder leadership, innovation, and a strong English

Qualifications

• Experience in Production or Engineering in large international organizations.
• Strong cross-functional project management capabilities and delivery focus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects with deadlines.
• Excellent communication and ability to simplify technical concepts.
• Experience managing suppliers of industrial equipment.
• Strong emotional intelligence and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Creative, solution-oriented mindset focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• End-to-end business understanding and commercial awareness.
• Advanced English proficiency (C1-C2).
• Willingness to travel about 40 days per year.

Responsibilities

• Drive design and technical specifications of new automated solutions with key suppliers.
• Lead end-to-end automation and logistics tech projects from concept to implementation.
• Plan and execute FAT activities before equipment installation.
• Lead SAT and validate equipment before handover.
• Drive innovation to improve machinery and logistics processes.
• Ensure collaboration across Manufacturing Design & Implementation, Engineering, Manufacturing, Shopfloor Operations, Machine Safety, and external suppliers.
• Introduce automation technologies to boost productivity and efficiency.
• Serve as the technical expert and go-to resource for platforms and day-to-day operational support.
• Identify risks and opportunities and translate strategic objectives into actionable deliverables and measurable outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder leadership

Communication skills

Supplier management

Engineering background

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Job description

The LEGO Group in Mexico operates a global manufacturing environment where automation and logistics technology initiatives drive smarter factories. You will lead end-to-end automation projects, collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers, and act as the technical expert to enable efficient production and continuous improvement.

Based in our LEGO Operaciones de Mexico site in Cienega de Flores, NL, the role emphasizes stakeholder leadership, innovation, and a strong English