Junior Automation Engineer - Start in Smart Manufacturing

Celestica Inc.; Monterrey; Hybrid; MXN 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica Inc. in Monterrey, Mexico, is seeking an early-career Engineer to support automation projects in our primary automation engineering center. You will help gather technical data, document URS/SOW, and assist in designing PLC logic and HMI layouts while coordinating with global teams.

Responsibilities include audits, vendor evaluation, FAT/SAT support, and project tracking using Excel/Smartsheet. Bilingual English/Spanish is essential for collaboration across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechatronics, electrical, mechanical, electronic, computer, or robotics engineering.
• Experience with automation concepts, control architectures, and industrial PLCs.
• Strong communication in English and Spanish for global collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform shop-floor process audits and baseline cycle times.
• Document URS and SOW; validate automation concepts.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and benchmark Turn-Key solutions.
• Assist in PLC logic, HMI layouts, and wiring verifications.
• Track procurement, PO creation, and logistics for parts.
• Support FAT/SAT and on-site commissioning.
• Maintain project tracking using Excel/Smartsheet.
• Communicate status in weekly global team calls.

Skills

PLC basics

C/C++

Python

Ladder logic

Electrical schematics

English/Spanish bilingual

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Electronic/Computer/Robotics

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Electrical

SAP

Smartsheet

Excel

Job description

Celestica Inc. in Monterrey, Mexico, is seeking an early-career Engineer to support automation projects in our primary automation engineering center. You will help gather technical data, document URS/SOW, and assist in designing PLC logic and HMI layouts while coordinating with global teams.

Responsibilities include audits, vendor evaluation, FAT/SAT support, and project tracking using Excel/Smartsheet. Bilingual English/Spanish is essential for collaboration across sites.