Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

Vertiv Group; Tijuana; Presencial; MXN 480.000 - 720.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Vertiv Group busca un Especialista en Ingeniería de Manufactura para Tijuana, México, que desarrolle e implemente procesos, mejore seguridad, calidad y productividad, y lidere mejoras continuas en entornos de alto volumen.

El rol coordina proyectos CAPEX y la transferencias de productos, desarrollando PFMEAs, planes de control y documentación de fabricación para garantizar operatividad y calidad. Se requiere 5+ años de experiencia y base en Lean/Six Sigma.

Formación

• Titulación en ingeniería de manufactura, ingeniería industrial, mecánica o mecatrónica.
• Experiencia en entornos de manufactura de alto volumen.
• Conocimientos de Lean y Six Sigma aplicables a procesos.

Responsabilidades

• Desarrollar, implantar y optimizar procesos y métodos de fabricación.
• Mantener instrucciones de trabajo y documentación de procesos.
• Optimizar layouts, flujo de materiales y ergonomía.
• Liderar mejoras continuas con Lean/Six Sigma.
• Realizar estudios de tiempos y análisis de la mano de obra.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process Flow Development

Root Cause Analysis

PFMEA, Control Plans

Process Validation

Industrial Engineering concepts

Time studies

Manufacturing KPI analysis

Educación

Bachelor's Degree en Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's Degree en Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's Degree en Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree en Mechatronics Engineering

O campo técnico relacionado

Herramientas

CAD software

Microsoft Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

Operational Excellence

Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

Empresa : Vertiv Group Tipo de empleo : Tiempo completo Tijuana, Mexico

Descripción del trabajo - Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

Description

The Manufacturing Engineer Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. This role leads continuous improvement initiatives, supports new product introductions, drives capital equipment projects, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and reliable manufacturing operations.

The position serves as a technical expert for manufacturing processes, equipment utilization, process standardization, automation, and operational excellence initiatives.

Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Process Development

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes and production methods.
• Establish and maintain standard work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing specifications.
• Optimize production layouts, material flow, and workstation ergonomics.
• Support continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Conduct time studies and labor utilization analysis to improve operational efficiency.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead Kaizen events and process improvement initiatives.
• Identify and eliminate manufacturing bottlenecks and non-value-added activities.
• Implement SMED, 5S, Visual Factory, and workplace organization improvements.
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and recommend corrective actions.
• Drive productivity, quality, and cost reduction projects.

Equipment & Automation

• Evaluate, select, and implement manufacturing equipment and automation solutions.
• Manage equipment installation, validation, and commissioning activities.
• Develop preventive maintenance strategies in coordination with Maintenance teams.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment-related issues.
• Ensure equipment operates within established safety and performance standards.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support product transfers, new product launches, and engineering changes.
• Develop process flows, PFMEAs, control plans, and manufacturing documentation.
• Coordinate production trials, pilot runs, and process validations.
• Ensure manufacturing readiness before product release.

Capital Projects (CAPEX)

• Develop business cases and justification packages for capital investments.
• Manage equipment relocation, facility expansion, and manufacturing improvement projects.
• Coordinate vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Track project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

Quality & Compliance

• Support quality investigations and corrective action implementation.
• Lead root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Participate in internal and external audits as required.
• Maintain process capability and manufacturing standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, Supply Chain, Safety, and Product Engineering teams.
• Provide technical guidance and training to production personnel.
• Support strategic planning and capacity analysis activities.
• Participate in SIOP and production planning initiatives.

Required Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's Degree in:
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Or related technical field

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading process improvement projects.
• Experience supporting production operations and equipment implementation.
• Experience with capital equipment projects and manufacturing layouts.

Technical Skills

• Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Six Sigma methodologies.
• Process Flow Development.
• Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC).
• PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Validation.
• Industrial Engineering concepts and time studies.
• Manufacturing KPI analysis.
• CAD software and manufacturing systems.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Leadership and team collaboration.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Results-oriented and data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequent walking throughout production areas.
• Ability to periodically lift up to 25 lbs (11 kg).
• Occasional travel to suppliers, customers, or other company facilities as required.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

High-Performance Culture Customer Focus

Operational Excellence

Innovation

Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail] .

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