Launch Coordinator

ZF Group; Laguna del Marquez; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF Group is seeking a Launch Engineer for our Veracruz site to review and approve change requests, coordinate ECN/ECO processes, and drive product launches across cross-functional teams. You will manage PTR runs and documentation, maintain change trackers, and ensure alignment with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards as part of robust environmental, health, and safety objectives.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers like Hyundai and Stellantis,

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Fluent English is required.
• Nice to have experience with Hyundai and Stellantis as customers.
• Knowledge of APQP, AIAG Core Tools (PPAP, FMEA, MSA) and ISO/IATF requirements in automotive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and approve Change Requests ensuring compliance with change management.
• Coordinate and manage Engineering Changes through PLM/Windchill and track records.
• Lead engineering change and product launch activities across cross-functional teams.
• Administer PTR runs and evaluations, prepare assessment documentation for validation.
• Maintain change trackers and document project status, milestones, risks, and actions.
• Coordinate weekly multidisciplinary meetings for changes and launches, document minutes.

Skills

APQP methodology

AIAG Core Tools

IATF 16949 ISO standards

ISO 14001/ISO 45001 knowledge

Cross-functional coordination

English proficiency

Tools

PLM/Windchill

OLM/CPlace

Job description

ZF is a global leader in driveline and chassis technology. Whether it is a passenger car or commercial vehicle – the chassis plays a central role in safety, comfort, and dynamics. ZF not only develops the essential components such as steering, braking or damping systems, the group also links all systems on board which are involved in longitudinal, lateral or vertical acceleration. This ensures a pleasantly relaxed driving experience without rough strokes – no matter whether occupants drive for themselves or are being driven autonomously.

What you can look forward to as Launch Engineer:

• Review, analyze, and approve Change Requests (CRs), ensuring compliance with engineering change management processes, technical requirements, and organizational standards.
• Coordinate and manage Engineering Changes (ECNs/ECOs) through PLM/Windchill systems, maintaining accurate change tracking records and ensuring timely implementation across affected areas.
• Lead engineering change and product launch activities, serving as the primary coordinator between cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of launches and change implementation.
• Administer and monitor PTR runs and evaluations, including the preparation, review, and follow-up of PTR assessment documentation to support product and process validation activities.
• Maintain and update Engineering Change Trackers and related documentation, providing visibility of project status, milestones, risks, and action items to stakeholders.
• Coordinate weekly multidisciplinary meetings for engineering changes and product launches, documenting meeting minutes, tracking action plans, and ensuring effective communication among project teams.
• Manage GDPEP activities and project deliverables through OLM/CPlace systems, monitoring timelines, milestones, and deliverables to support product development and launch objectives.
• Support internal and external audits while driving continuous improvement initiatives, including standardization of best practices, implementation of corrective actions for nonconformities, compliance with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements, and promotion of environmental, health, and safety objectives through operational controls and risk management activities.

Your profile as Launch Engineer:

• 2- 4 years years of experience in similar rol.
• Fluent english is a must.
• Nice to have experience with Hyundai and Stellantis as a customers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of APQP methodology, AIAG Core Tools (PPAP, FMEA, MSA), and compliance requirements for IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems within an automotive manufacturing environment.