Factory Automation Engineer: Real-Time Ai-Driven Control

Allie - Ai For Manufacturing; Monterrey; Vor Ort; MXN 300.000 - 420.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Celestica is seeking an entry-level Developing Controls Engineer for Monterrey, part of the Global Automation team. You will support both turnkey projects with external integrators (60%) and in-house control developments (40%), bridging basic engineering mechanics with hands-on project work, from requirements gathering to FAT/SAT.

You will report to the Senior Manager of Automation Engineering, collaborate across sites, use Excel and Smartsheet for tracking, and develop skills in PLC logic, HMI

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Computer, or Robotics Engineering.
• Baseline knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic, and automation concepts.
• Fluent bilingual communication in English and Spanish.

Aufgaben

• Support 60% Turn-Key projects with external integrators and 40% in-house control development.
• Assist with requirements gathering, supplier evaluations, and FAT/SAT testing.
• Help design PLC logic, configure HMI layouts, and verify wiring and interfaces.
• Track procurement, vendor activity, and project progress using Excel and Smartsheet.
• Communicate across sites and participate in global team calls.

Kenntnisse

Programming & Logic

Schematic Reading

Project Tracking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Learning Agility

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

SolidWorks / AutoCAD Electrical

Jobbeschreibung

Req ID:

Remote Position: No

Region: Americas

Country: Mexico

State/Province: Nuevo Leon

City: Monterrey

General Overview

Functional Area: Engineering

Career Stream: Equipment Engineering Manufacturing

IC/MGR: Individual Contributor

Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary: As part of the Celestica Global Automation (CGA) team, you are an entry-level Developing Controls Engineer with a strong technical foundation, structural logic, and high learning agility. Celestica is committed to empowering early-career engineering talent through a structured developmental pathway designed to cultivate technical mechanics, baseline software logic, and problem abstraction capabilities. Our core goal is to accelerate your professional growth toward becoming a Senior Automation Engineer capable of high-level solution conceptualization and global engineering execution.

In this role, you will operate across a balanced operational model comprising 60% Turn-Key projects with external automation integrators and 40% In-House control developments. You will bridge basic engineering mechanics with hands‑on project accompaniment, defined requirements gathering, supplier technical evaluations, component procurement tracking, and shop-floor commissioning.

You will report directly to the Senior Manager of Automation Engineering. This position is based at Celestica's primary automation engineering center in Monterrey, Mexico.

Detailed Description: Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Technical Process Gathering & Scoping: Conduct shop-floor process audits and technical data gathering on existing manufacturing lines to baseline cycle times, identify automation bottlenecks, and define physical and electrical interface boundaries.
• Requirements Documentation & Validation: Author and maintain foundational project documentation-including User Requirement Specifications (URS) and Statement of Work (SOW) protocols-to validate new automation concepts and ensure technical alignment across sites.
• Supplier Proposal Evaluation & Bidding: Participate in RFQ processes by evaluating vendor technical proposals, reviewing component selections, and benchmarking proposed Turn-Key solutions (60% operational scope) against Celestica standards.
• In-House Controls Development & Engineering Support: Assist senior architects in designing and programming basic control architectures (40% operational scope), structuring PLC logic routines, configuring HMI layouts, and setting up industrial communication protocols.
• Procurement & Import Logistics Tracking: Track the technical supply chain lifecycle for control hardware, sensors, and automation tooling - monitoring Purchase Order (PO) creation, vendor execution, material arrival, and customs logistics.
• Equipment Release & Shop-Floor Commissioning: Support the hands-on verification and validation of automated machinery through signal continuity testing, control panel wiring audits, and execution of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) protocols.
• Project Planning & Data Analysis: Maintain structured project tracking schedules, cost tracking, forecasts, and executive status updates using Excel and Smartsheet tools to ensure project execution remains on time and on budget.
• Cross-Site Communication & Reporting: Participate in weekly global team calls and cross-site engineering syncs, creating status update decks and executive summaries to share progress with executive leadership. (English 100%)
• Continuous Engineering Development: Actively engage in technical mentorship, learning programs, and cross-functional collaborations to build advanced competencies in systems architecture and problem abstraction.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies: Programming & Logic Fundamentals: Strong baseline structural logic, clean programming mechanics, and familiarity with structured logic concepts (e.g., PLCs, C/C++, Python, or ladder logic).

Schematic & Diagram Reading: Proven ability to read, interpret, and trace industrial electrical schematics, control cabinet layouts, and pneumatic circuit diagrams.

Control Panel & Hardware Verification: Basic hands‑on familiarity with shop-floor signal tracing, sensor wiring, and control panel continuity testing.

Organized Project Tracking & Data Analysis: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Smartsheet for tracking project milestones, organizing datasets, structuring tables, and updating progress schedules.

Bilingual Communication: Professional written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish (minimum B2 level).

Learning Agility & Abstract Reasoning: High personal hunger to learn, strong problem-solving orientation, and adaptability in fast-changing manufacturing environments.

Team Integration & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work productively within cross-functional teams, participate actively in group problem-solving, and align with safety regulations.

Nice to have skills: Control Hardware & Software Exposure: Exposure to major industrial PLC environments (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Allen‑Bradley Studio 5000) or HMI/SCADA configurations.

Robotics & Industrial Vision: Baseline exposure to industrial robots or 2D machine vision sensors.

Advanced Perception & Specialty Processes: Familiarity with advanced perception algorithms, precision fluid dispensing, or automated functional testing principles.

CAD & Engineering Design: Experience with SolidWorks or AutoCAD Electrical.

Financial & Commercial Basics: Foundational understanding of project CapEx tracking, Purchase Order workflows, vendor negotiations, or financial payback metrics (ROI).

Manufacturing & ERP Systems: Basic exposure to corporate ERP systems such as SAP and quality methodologies (8D, FMEA, SPC).

Physical Demands: Expectation of travel to vendor/supplier locations and Celestica sites less than 10% of the time. Travel may increase during critical project life cycle phases.

Typical Experience: Entry Level: 0 to 2 years of relevant experience or solid academic project background in industrial automation, control systems, or mechanical design.

Typical Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Computer, or Robotics Engineering.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law). At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC).

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.