Controls Engineer (Ingeniero de Controles)

Purem by Eberspächer; Ramos Arizpe; On-site; MXN 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-standard benefits

Job summary

Purem by Eberspächer is seeking an Automation & Controls Engineer to design, program, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing lines. You will lead PLC programming, robotics integration, and vision system deployment to ensure high throughput and zero-defect quality.

The role requires extensive experience with Siemens PLCs, Yaskawa Motoman robotics, and Keyence/Cognex vision systems, plus strong networking skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechatronics, Electronics, Automation, Robotics, or Electrical).
• English: Upper-Intermediate / Advanced (B2–C1) for technical support, vendor communication, and documentation.
• 4+ years as a Controls or Automation Engineer in automotive or high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Automation & Controls Programming: Design, program, modify, and optimize Siemens PLC systems (TIA Portal) and Safety PLC logic for automated assembly lines.
• Robotics Integration & Optimization: Program, calibrate, and troubleshoot Yaskawa Motoman robots (INFORM language, I/O mapping) to maintain cycle times and collision recovery.
• Vision Systems Deployment: Configure, calibrate, and maintain Keyence and Cognex vision systems for part inspection, OCR, and dimensional measurements.
• Industrial Network Management: Set up and maintain PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet/IP, IO-Link networks and IP addressing.
• Line Support & Troubleshooting: Perform rapid root-cause analysis and online diagnostics to resolve downtime issues in real-time.
• Equipment Launch & Upgrades: Lead controls implementation for new product introductions and equipment retrofits while ensuring safety and quality.

Skills

Automation engineering

Robotics programming

Industrial networks

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree (engineering)

Tools

TIA Portal

Siemens PLCs

Yaskawa Motoman

Keyence Vision

Cognex Vision

PROFINET/PROFBUS networking

Job description

Purem by Eberspächer is a global automotive technology leader specializing in clean mobility, advanced exhaust emission conversion, and acoustic systems for major OEMs. With around 40 manufacturing facilities worldwide, we design and produce cutting-edge environmental and automation solutions that shape the future of clean, quiet, and sustainable transportation. .

About the Role

As an Automation & Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, programming, integrating, and troubleshooting complex automated manufacturing lines. You will serve as the technical authority for plant PLC programming, vision inspection, robotic automation, and industrial networks to ensure optimal cycle times, zero-defect quality standards, and maximum equipment uptime.

Responsibilities

• Automation & Controls Programming: Design, program, modify, and optimize Siemens PLC systems (TIA Portal - Ladder, SCL, FBD) and Safety PLC logic for automated assembly lines.
• Robotics Integration & Optimization: Program, calibrate, and troubleshoot Yaskawa Motoman robots (INFORM language, Frame Tool/User setup, I/O mapping) to maintain cycle times and execute collision recovery routines.
• Vision Systems Deployment: Configure, calibrate, and maintain Keyence (CV-X, XG-X) and Cognex (InSight Explorer, EasyBuilder, PatMax, DataMan) vision systems for part inspection, OCR, and dimensional measurements.
• Industrial Network Management: Set up, diagnose, and maintain industrial communication protocols (PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet/IP, IO-Link, TCP/IP), managed switches, and IP addressing using Wireshark when needed.
• Line Support & Troubleshooting: Perform rapid root-cause analysis and online diagnostics to resolve critical electrical, controls, and automation downtime issues in real-time.
• Equipment Launch & Upgrades: Lead controls implementation for new product introductions (NPI), equipment retrofits, cycle time optimization, and continuous improvement projects while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.
• Traceability & Recipe Control: Manage product recipes, data logging, and traceability systems integrated between PLCs, drives, and plant MES/SCADA networks.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Automation, Robotics, or Electrical Engineering.
• English Level: Upper-Intermediate / Advanced (B2–C1) for technical support, vendor communication, and documentation.
• Experience: 4+ years as a Controls or Automation Engineer in automotive or high-volume manufacturing (launch & troubleshooting experience required).

Required Skills

1. Siemens PLC (Advanced Level - Required):

• Expertise in TIA Portal (Ladder, SCL, and FBD programming).
• Online diagnostics, troubleshooting, and cycle time optimization.
• PROFINET and PROFIBUS network configuration.
• Safety PLC (Failsafe), Siemens drives configuration, recipe management, and traceability.
• Strong knowledge of Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, IO-Link, and TCP/IP.
• Industrial switch configuration and IP addressing.
• Network diagnostics with basic Wireshark and legacy network support (DeviceNet).
• Keyence: CV-X and XG-X Series (inspection tools, OCR, Pattern Search, dimensional measurement, Ethernet/IP communication).
• Cognex: InSight Explorer, EasyBuilder, PatMax, OCRMax, Edge Learning, and DataMan.
• INFORM programming and Teach Pendant operation.
• Frame Tool, User Frame, I/O setup, and axis coordination.
• Robot calibration, basic servo tuning, Ethernet/IP / PROFINET integration, and collision recovery routines.

Pay range and compensation package

Salary: Competitive / Commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Above-standard benefits package