Engineering Manager

Koch; El Salto; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex Guadalajara seeks an Engineering Manager to lead and transform a high-performing team, directing projects from concept to execution and ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.

You will partner with R&D, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain, while mentoring talent and advancing Lean/Six Sigma principles in a global electronics environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering experience with 2+ years in leadership.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering, process analysis, high-tech environments.
• Proficient in English (C1 level).
• Skills in root cause analysis, FMEA, SPC, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire cross-functional teams and indirect groups to deliver innovative solutions.
• Manage engineering projects end-to-end, including NPI/PLUS and new process development.
• Analyze, forecast, and optimize capex/opex; drive cycle-time reductions.
• Oversee process characterization, apply statistical models, drive improvements.
• Train and develop team members; foster transformation and excellence.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manage vendor relationships for timely execution.
• Lead initiatives related to coax and industrial cable products with compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

FMEA

SPC

Team development

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering simulation tools

Job description

Location(s): El Salto, Jalisco

Company: Molex

Career Field: Engineering

Job Number: 196528

Your Job
As Engineering Manager at Molex Guadalajara, you will lead and transform a high-performing engineering team, driving strategic projects and technical solutions that meet business objectives. You will oversee engineering activities from concept to execution, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
Our Team
You’ll work closely with internal teams (R&D, Production, Quality, Supply Chain), external vendors, and cross-functional partners. The team is committed to continuous improvement, technical excellence, and developing talent through training and transformation.
What You Will Do

• Lead and inspire cross-functional teams and indirect functional groups to deliver innovative solutions and process improvements.
• Manage engineering projects end-to-end, including NPI/PLUS, new process development, machinery qualification, and project startups from scratch.
• Analyze and optimize capex and opex, forecast needs, and drive reductions in cycle times.
• Oversee process characterization, apply statistical models, and influence process improvements.
• Train and develop team members, fostering a culture of transformation and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with suppliers and manage vendor relationships to ensure quality and timely project execution.
• Lead engineering initiatives related to coax and industrial cable products, manufacturing processes, testing, qualification, and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with customer and industry requirements.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong experience in manufacturing engineering, process analysis, and high-tech manufacturing environments, including crimping process, over molding process, coax cable manufacturing or related industries.
• Proficient in English (C1 level).
• Demonstrated skills in root cause analysis, FMEA, SPC, and process improvement.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Advanced degree (Master's, MBA) or professional certification (PE, PMP).
• Experience in coax cable, industrial cable, crimping or overmolding industries.
• Proficiency with CAD software, engineering simulation tools, and knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Experience in NPI/PLUS, process development, and supplier management.
• Track record in team transformation, training, and implementing Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.#LI-JR3