Manufacturing Engineer

Parker; Apodaca; On-site; MXN 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes across multiple product lines. The role emphasizes safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements through Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, with leadership of cross-functional teams including Quality, Production, and Engineering.

Responsibilities include implementing process improvements, supporting NPI activities, and ensuring SOPs and PFMEA are up to date.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or equivalent).
• 2-4 years of experience.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or continuous improvement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specs.
• Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and Work Instructions.
• ERP/MRP experience preferred; CAD knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues.
• Design and update SOPs, process flows, and work instructions.
• Drive continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support NPI activities including process validation, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Evaluate tooling, fixtures, equipment, and automation solutions.
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and line balancing.
• Analyze manufacturing data and KPIs to identify trends and improvements.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to resolve issues.
• Provide technical training to operators and production staff.
• Support capital expenditure projects including equipment selection and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Continuous Improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Reading engineering drawings

Analytical skills

Project management

ERP/MRP knowledge

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

Are you ready to shape a brighter future?

In Motion Systems Group and Electronic Control & Motion Division, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges by living our purpose: Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that lead to a Better Tomorrow. We believe that our team members are our key assets and that a diverse workforce is a driving force to bring our purpose to life. We foster a culture where every team member feels safe, included, and empowered. We all belong, we all matter, and we all make a difference.

Position Summary

Responsible for designing, developing and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, delivery and cost performance. This role leads process improvement initiatives and supports new product introductions. Requires a cross functional team lead to resolve manufacturing challenges, standardize best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives for production and quality issues.
• Design and update work instructions, process flows, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Drive continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support and lead New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation, PFMEA, and control plan development.
• Evaluate and implement tooling, fixtures, equipment, and automation solutions.
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and line balancing to maximize productivity.
• Analyze manufacturing data and KPIs to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Provide technical training and guidance to operators and production staff.
• Support capital expenditure projects, including equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in layout design and facility optimization projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or equivalent).
• Experience of 2 - 4 years.
• Advanced English proficiency
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production systems, and industrial engineering principles.
• Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Experience with process documentation such as PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams, and Work Instructions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of CAD software is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.