Lead Controls & Automation Engineer

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; Carmen; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 1.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing seeks a Sr. Controls and Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced control systems for manufacturing processes.

You will optimize production efficiency, improve quality, and ensure reliability and safety of automated equipment. The role requires 5+ years in industrial controls, expert PLC/HMI capabilities, and strong collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation or related field.
• 5+ years in industrial controls and automation in manufacturing.
• Expert PLC programming (Rockwell/Siemens) and HMI/SCADA (Ignition, FactoryTalk).
• Strong knowledge of EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP/IP.
• Experience with robotics (Fanuc/ABB/Kuka) and vision systems.
• Electrical design and schematic interpretation (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Leadership of projects from concept to commissioning.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with OSHA/NFPA 79 safety standards.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design, development, and implementation of complex control systems and automation solutions.
• Develop automation strategies to improve efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Troubleshoot and resolve control-system issues on the production floor.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, quality, and IT teams on projects.
• Oversee procurement and installation of new automation equipment.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, PLC programs, and HMI screens.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Participate in root-cause analysis for downtime and implement preventive actions.
• Stay updated on emerging automation technologies and best practices.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA development

Electrical design

Robotics systems integration

Industrial networking

Project leadership

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Herramientas

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Ignition

FactoryTalk View

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Descripción del empleo

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing seeks a Sr. Controls and Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced control systems for manufacturing processes.

You will optimize production efficiency, improve quality, and ensure reliability and safety of automated equipment. The role requires 5+ years in industrial controls, expert PLC/HMI capabilities, and strong collaboration across cross-functional teams.