Ingeniero de proyectos/proceso

DMEX Donaldson SA de CV; Aguascalientes; On-site; MXN 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company is seeking a Manufacturing/Project Engineer to lead industrialization and manufacturing process development for global product platforms across Mexico and internationally. You will drive projects from feasibility through production launch, ensuring processes, equipment, tooling, and capabilities meet quality, cost, capacity, and timing targets.

Key responsibilities include leading process design, industrialization, and production launches, applying DFM/ DFA, and coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical) or related field.
• 3+ years in Manufacturing Eng/Industrialization/Process Eng or similar role.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001.
• Familiar with APQP/PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA.
• Knowledge of DFM and DFA principles.
• Experience with process flow, layouts, and line design.
• Experience with tooling, equipment, and automation.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
• English proficiency for global team communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Lead industrialization and production launch ensuring manufacturing readiness.
• Define and develop processes, equipment, tooling, and technologies for production.
• Apply DFM and DFA principles and provide manufacturing feedback to design teams.
• Evaluate process capability and capacity to meet production needs.
• Conduct feasibility analyses for technical, operational, and capacity requirements.
• Identify constraints and drive cost, quality, and efficiency improvements.
• Define and justify CAPEX for new processes and equipment.
• Plan and execute process trials, run-at-rate activities, and validations.
• Lead transfer and ramp-up to serial production with robust readiness.
• Apply APQP throughout product development and industrialization.

Skills

Manufacturing Eng

Process Development

APQP/PPAP

DFM DFA

Lean Manufacturing

Project Management

Quality Tools

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Minitab

Oracle ERP

Job description

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world.

Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

We are looking for a Manufacturing/Project Engineer to lead the industrialization and manufacturing process development of global new product platforms, working closely with Product Engineering, Corporate Engineering, and manufacturing plants across Mexico and internationally. In this role, you will drive projects from manufacturing feasibility and process design through validation, industrialization, and production launch, ensuring that processes, equipment, tooling, and manufacturing capabilities meet quality, cost, capacity, and timing requirements.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Lead the industrialization and production launch of new products, ensuring manufacturing readiness.
• Define and develop manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and technologies required for production.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles and provide manufacturing feedback to Product Design Engineering.
• Evaluate process capability and manufacturing capacity to ensure production requirements can be achieved.
• Conduct manufacturing feasibility analyses to identify technical, operational, and capacity requirements.
• Identify manufacturing constraints and drive process improvement opportunities to enhance manufacturability, efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Define, evaluate, and justify capital investments (CAPEX) required for new processes, equipment, tooling, and production capabilities.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute process trials, run‑at‑rate activities, and process validations to ensure manufacturing readiness.
• Optimize manufacturing processes and lead problem‑solving activities using structured methodologies and data‑driven approaches.
• Lead the transfer and production launch of manufacturing processes, ensuring a smooth transition from development to serial production.
• Apply APQP methodology throughout the product development and industrialization process to ensure robust manufacturing readiness and successful product launch.

Travel: Up to 30% (If Applicable)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrialization, Process Engineering, or a similar role.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.
• Working knowledge of Quality Core Tools, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and process development.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Experience with process flow development, manufacturing layouts, and production line design.
• Knowledge of process capability and manufacturing capacity analysis.
• Experience with tooling, production equipment, and manufacturing technologies.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and manufacturing systems.
• Experience in product industrialization and production ramp‑up.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with structured problem‑solving methodologies, such as 8D.
• English proficiency required to communicate effectively with global teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.
• Valid passport and U.S. visa or ability to obtain them, as required for international travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical SkillsBasic knowledge with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software.
• Basic knowledge with Minitab for statistical analysis and process capability studies.
• Basic knowledge with Oracle or other ERP systems.

Professional Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and locations.
• Proactive and self‑directed, with the ability to identify opportunities and take ownership of actions.
• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills.
• Results‑oriented, with a strong focus on achieving project and manufacturing objectives.
• Responsible and accountable for assigned projects and deliverables.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills in cross‑functional and multicultural environments.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to navigate challenges and changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and overcome obstacles in complex manufacturing environments.

Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world’s most complex filtration and contamination control challenges, and is one of the largest global providers of unique filtration technologies and high-quality filters and parts.

Our filtration technologies and products are used every day, in a variety of industries and environments, including aerospace, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, power generation, transportation and many more.

Key to our success, our 14,000 employees support customers at sales, manufacturing and distribution centers from over 140 locations on six continents.

Learn more at www.donaldson.com.