Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Bison®; Reynosa; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Bison is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Reynosa to lead the engineering team and drive safe, lean, cost-effective manufacturing processes across production lines.

The role partners with Operations to identify improvements, manage capital projects, and support new product introductions and process transfers, with emphasis on AI-enabled productivity and cost reduction. Strong leadership and bilingual fluency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline related to manufacturing.
• Master’s degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum five years in a similar manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience leading or managing a technical team highly preferred.
• Proven Lean manufacturing experience and ability to apply it to processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Manufacturing Engineering team across maintenance, process, and test equipment.
• Define, implement, and sustain safe, lean, reliable, and cost-effective processes.
• Set resources and capabilities for the Manufacturing Engineering function.
• Develop plans to meet KPIs with Operations Director coordination.
• Monitor performance with regular status and KPI reporting.
• Drive Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Reduce downtime and improve flow using Lean methods including SMED.
• Manage capital projects and ROI analysis for investments.
• Ensure projects meet objectives and timelines.
• Oversee equipment assets, maintenance, and external services.
• Lead New Product Introduction and engineering change processes.
• Collaborate across Operations, Quality, Safety, and others on improvements.
• Identify and address safety concerns and ensure policy compliance.
• Support professional development and training for the engineering team.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Industrial engineering

Electrical knowledge

AI productivity tools

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CAD software

Minitab

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safe, lean, and cost-effective manufacturing processes. This position oversees the Manufacturing Engineering function, maintenance programs, capital investments, productivity initiatives, and technical projects to support operational efficiency, product quality, safety, and business objectives.

The role partners with Operations and other internal and external functions to identify improvement opportunities, reduce process deviations and unplanned waste, optimize manufacturing equipment, and ensure the successful execution of new product introductions and product or process transfers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Manufacturing Engineering team, including manufacturing, industrial, test equipment, maintenance, and process engineering personnel.
• Define and implement safe, lean, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
• Establish the resources, responsibilities, and technical capabilities required within the Manufacturing Engineering function.
• Develop and execute engineering plans to achieve operational targets and key performance indicators established in coordination with the Operations Director.
• Monitor engineering performance and provide regular status and KPI reporting.
• Lead continuous improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, cost improvement, and process optimization.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce equipment downtime and improve manufacturing flow through Lean methodologies, including SMED.
• Manage capital investment projects and plant appropriation requests, including project justification, return on investment, savings, depreciation, and cost analysis.
• Ensure engineering and capital projects are completed according to established objectives and timelines.
• Manage manufacturing equipment assets, maintenance expenses, spare parts, tools, setups, and external technical services.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and promote effective equipment maintenance practices.
• Lead and support New Product Introduction, Engineering Change Notice, and product or process transfer activities.
• Supervise product costing activities for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Safety, and other functions on process improvement and problem-solving initiatives.
• Identify and address manufacturing and equipment safety concerns.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with company policies, quality system requirements, and applicable safety practices.
• Support the professional development of the engineering team by identifying technical and training needs.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, discipline, and a hands-on approach within the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in a similar manufacturing engineering position.
• Previous experience leading or managing a technical team is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience applying Lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience with product or manufacturing process transfers.
• Experience supporting New Product Introduction and Engineering Change Notice processes.
• Experience in electric motor manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, maintenance, and workplace safety practices.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documents, specifications, and material data sheets.
• Ability to translate manufacturing concepts into technical requirements and specifications for external suppliers.
• Working knowledge of project financial concepts, including return on investment, savings, depreciation, and costing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, CAD software, Minitab, or similar engineering and analytical tools.
• Knowledge of capital project administration, preventive maintenance, productivity improvement, and equipment asset management.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.