Leader Engineering - Test Lab

TTI Floor Care North America; Torreón; Presencial; MXN 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Milwaukee Tool in Torreón, MX is seeking a Leader Engineer to drive testing activities through data analysis, evidence-based decision making, and corrective actions, while leading engineering resources in product qualification and validation.

You will lead KPI achievement, manage testing capacity and priorities, perform root-cause analysis, support Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and develop engineers to strengthen the organization’s execution excellence.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, validation, testing, or product development.
• 3+ years of experience leading engineering teams.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Experience in project management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong background in Root Cause Analysis, KPI management, and resource planning.
• Knowledge of quality systems, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and oversee product validation and testing activities.
• Monitor and drive department KPIs, including on-time test initiation, completion, checklist closure, action item completion, and material readiness.
• Analyze test plans and ensure readiness for upcoming qualification activities.
• Drive root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Manage testing capacity, resources, and project priorities.
• Review and monitor GRS requests, progress, and tool availability.
• Ensure proper execution of testing methodologies and adherence to established processes.
• Partner cross-functionally to resolve product, process, and testing-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement projects through Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Develop, coach, and mentor engineers and future leaders within the organization.

Conocimientos

Advanced English

Team leadership

Project management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Power BI

Power Query

Minitab

SolidWorks

NX

GD&T

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

The Leader Engineer is responsible for ensuring the efficient and accurate execution of testing activities through logical data analysis, evidence-based decision making, and implementation of corrective actions. This role drives KPI achievement, continuous improvement initiatives, and measurable business results while leading engineering resources and supporting Milwaukee's product qualification and validation processes.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and oversee product validation and testing activities.
• Monitor and drive department KPIs, including on-time test initiation, completion, checklist closure, action item completion, and material readiness.
• Analyze test plans and ensure readiness for upcoming qualification activities.
• Drive root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Manage testing capacity, resources, and project priorities.
• Review and monitor GRS requests, progress, and tool availability.
• Ensure proper execution of testing methodologies and adherence to established processes.
• Partner cross-functionally to resolve product, process, and testing-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement projects through Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Develop, coach, and mentor engineers and future leaders within the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, validation, testing, or product development.
• 3+ years of experience leading engineering teams.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Experience in project management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong background in Root Cause Analysis, KPI management, and resource planning.
• Knowledge of quality systems, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Technical Skills

• Test and validation processes (manual and performance testing).
• Data analysis using statistical tools and software such as Power BI, Power Query, and Minitab.
• Mechanical, electrical, electronic, and mechatronic engineering principles.
• SolidWorks and/or NX.
• GD&T and mechanical assemblies.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Time and motion analysis.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting methodologies.

Leadership Competencies

• Leadership and team development.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Strategic decision making.
• Priority management.
• Critical thinking.
• Conflict resolution.
• Emotional intelligence.
• Integrity and accountability.

Other TOOLS You'll Bring

• Proven ability to analyze complex engineering data and make business-driven decisions.
• Experience driving operational excellence through KPI management and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.
• Strong focus on quality, safety, and execution excellence.

Milwaukee Tool is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Milwaukee Tool, we celebrate our people and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.