Global Mechatronics R&D Project Leader

Valeo; Santiago de Querétaro; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Valeo is seeking a Mechatronics project leader responsible for budgeting, headcount, and ensuring on-time delivery of R&D milestones. You will coordinate across engineering and manufacturing to align technical reviews with cost and schedule targets.

The role involves managing RFQs, defining and tracking DV/PV milestones, and delivering key artifacts (DFMEA, architecture specs, and EOL specs) while working with global teams in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing R&D budgets and headcount for complex projects.
• Knowledge of DV/PV, DFMEA, and sample delivery milestones.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and manage the R&D Mechatronics budget for the project.
• Monitor headcount allocation and identify needs and gaps.
• Oversee sample BOM delivery across A/B/C/D stages.
• Support quotation processes and manage RFQ activities for the project.
• Ensure DV/PV reviews and engineering gates are on time and within cost targets.
• Lead design reviews and coordinate with Purchasing and Industrial networks.
• Provide deliverables such as Architecture, DFMEA, DV/PV specs, and EOL specs.
• Establish a simple breakdown of R&D activities to meet on-time delivery.

Skills

Budget management

Headcount planning

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Mechatronics knowledge

Education

Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical engineering degree

Job description

Valeo is seeking a Mechatronics project leader responsible for budgeting, headcount, and ensuring on-time delivery of R&D milestones. You will coordinate across engineering and manufacturing to align technical reviews with cost and schedule targets.

The role involves managing RFQs, defining and tracking DV/PV milestones, and delivering key artifacts (DFMEA, architecture specs, and EOL specs) while working with global teams in a fast-paced automotive environment.