Global Launch Engineer: Cross-Functional Lead

ZF Group; Laguna del Marquez; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF Group is seeking a Launch Engineer for our Veracruz site to review and approve change requests, coordinate ECN/ECO processes, and drive product launches across cross-functional teams. You will manage PTR runs and documentation, maintain change trackers, and ensure alignment with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards as part of robust environmental, health, and safety objectives.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers like Hyundai and Stellantis,

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Fluent English is required.
• Nice to have experience with Hyundai and Stellantis as customers.
• Knowledge of APQP, AIAG Core Tools (PPAP, FMEA, MSA) and ISO/IATF requirements in automotive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and approve Change Requests ensuring compliance with change management.
• Coordinate and manage Engineering Changes through PLM/Windchill and track records.
• Lead engineering change and product launch activities across cross-functional teams.
• Administer PTR runs and evaluations, prepare assessment documentation for validation.
• Maintain change trackers and document project status, milestones, risks, and actions.
• Coordinate weekly multidisciplinary meetings for changes and launches, document minutes.

Skills

APQP methodology

AIAG Core Tools

IATF 16949 ISO standards

ISO 14001/ISO 45001 knowledge

Cross-functional coordination

English proficiency

Tools

PLM/Windchill

OLM/CPlace

Job description

ZF Group is seeking a Launch Engineer for our Veracruz site to review and approve change requests, coordinate ECN/ECO processes, and drive product launches across cross-functional teams. You will manage PTR runs and documentation, maintain change trackers, and ensure alignment with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards as part of robust environmental, health, and safety objectives.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers like Hyundai and Stellantis,