Ingeniero Mecánico de Automatización y Control

Placements24; Tuxtla Gutiérrez; On-site; MXN 480,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Continuous training

Job summary

Placements24 in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas is seeking an Ingeniero Mecánico de Automatización y Control to design, implement, and maintain automated production systems. You will work across mechanical and electrical teams to improve efficiency, quality, and safety in food processing manufacturing.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in PLC/HMI, sensors, actuators, CAD, and electrical schematics, with at least four years of automation experience, and is fluent in Spanish with basic English

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years in automation, control systems, and mechanical integration.
• Experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, sensors, and actuators.
• CAD software experience for designing mechanical and electrical components.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Spanish; basic English for technical docs.
• Experience in food processing or related manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated systems and control solutions for production machinery.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and control components.
• Develop electrical schematics and control logic documentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams on design and integration.
• Conduct performance testing and commissioning of automated equipment.
• Provide technical support for automation-related issues.
• Identify process-improvement opportunities through automation upgrades.
• Ensure safety standards and regulations are met.

Skills

Automation

Control systems

PLCs

HMIs

Electrical schematics

CAD

Analytical thinking

Spanish (proficient)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

HMI development tools

Electrical CAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing manufacturing company in the food processing industry, is seeking a talented Ingeniero Mecánico de Automatización y Control to enhance their production capabilities in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas . This role is focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining automated systems and control mechanisms to improve efficiency, quality, and safety in their manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of mechanical systems, electrical controls, PLCs, and automation technologies. You will be instrumental in driving technological advancements within the plant, ensuring smooth operation of machinery and optimizing production workflows. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer passionate about automation to contribute to the growth and success of a prominent company in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated mechanical systems and control solutions for production machinery.
• Program and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and other control components into automated systems.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics and control logic documentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineering teams on system design and integration.
• Conduct performance testing and commissioning of automated equipment.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting and resolving automation-related issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements through automation and technology upgrades.
• Ensure all automation solutions comply with safety standards and industry regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in automation, control systems, and mechanical integration.
• Proven experience with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI development.
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems, sensors, and actuators.
• Experience with CAD software for designing mechanical and electrical components.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Spanish, with basic knowledge of English for technical documentation.
• Experience in the food processing or related manufacturing industries is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and a retirement savings plan. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional development, and continuous training to keep skills current with industry advancements. Join our team in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas and contribute to modernizing manufacturing processes with innovative automation solutions.