Junior Automation Systems Engineer - Manufacturing

Celestica Inc.; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica, Inc. in Monterrey, Mexico, seeks an entry-level Automation Engineer to join the engineering center. You will support automation projects, gather technical requirements, and help drive cross-site initiatives across global teams.

Responsibilities include process audits, documentation, vendor evaluation, PLC programming, and ensuring on-time, on-budget project execution with hands-on testing and commissioning support.

Qualifications

• Entry-level engineer with 0–2 years of experience in industrial automation.
• Familiarity with PLCs, control systems, and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct shop-floor process audits to baseline cycle times and identify bottlenecks.
• Prepare URS and SOW documents to validate automation concepts across sites.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and benchmark Turn-Key automation solutions.
• Assist in designing basic control architectures and PLC logic.
• Track procurement, import logistics, and PO processes for control hardware.
• Support FAT/SAT tests and on-site equipment commissioning.
• Maintain project tracking with Excel and Smartsheet to ensure timely progress.
• Collaborate across sites through weekly global team calls and reports.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

PLC programming

Electrical diagrams

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Computer, or Robotics Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Allen-Bradley Studio 5000

HMI/SCADA

Job description

Celestica, Inc. in Monterrey, Mexico, seeks an entry-level Automation Engineer to join the engineering center. You will support automation projects, gather technical requirements, and help drive cross-site initiatives across global teams.

Responsibilities include process audits, documentation, vendor evaluation, PLC programming, and ensuring on-time, on-budget project execution with hands-on testing and commissioning support.