Mechanical Design Team Leader - R&D

OMI; Huejotzingo; On-site; MXN 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

OMI is seeking a Mechanical Design Team Leader to join our R&D group and guide the design, analysis, and documentation of advanced mechanical systems.

You will mentor the design team, lead design reviews, and define prototype testing and validation strategies, working closely with manufacturing, quality, and client teams to deliver robust, cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design or product engineering, including leading projects from concept to production.
• Advanced CAD modeling in Fusion 360 and SolidWorks.
• GD&T and stack-up tolerance analysis (worst-case and statistical/RSS).
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards and quality norms.
• Development and implementation of DFMEA studies.
• Collaborative team player who builds trust across engineering, manufacturing, and client teams.
• Assertive, respectful communication, including the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Constructive approach to resolving technical disagreements and building consensus.
• Proactive, ownership-driven attitude with accountability.
• Organizational skills and time management.
• Proven experience mentoring engineers or leading technical projects.
• Intermediate to advanced English level (preferred).
• Experience with electric motors or electro-mechanical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and modeling of complex mechanical systems using CAD software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks).
• Develop mechanical designs aligned with engineering standards and applicable regulations.
• Perform GD&T and DFMEA studies.
• Generate technical documentation: drawings, specifications, and validation reports.
• Drive material selection and design optimization for cost and performance.
• Maintain and continuously improve existing mechanical systems.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Plan, prioritize, and delegate tasks across the design team, balancing workload and tracking progress to meet project deadlines.
• Lead design reviews to ensure technical quality.
• Define and oversee prototype testing and design validation plans.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and client teams to translate requirements into robust designs.
• Serve as the technical point of contact with clients and suppliers on mechanical design topics.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

CAD modeling

GD&T

DFMEA

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Ownership/accountability

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

Job description

Company Description

OMI is a technology company that designs and manufactures electrical, mechanical, and computing solutions.

Clients come to us with real-world product challenges, and we work hand-in-hand with them to create purpose-built components and integrated systems to solve those challenges.

We specialize in custom electric motors and electro-mechanical systems for industries including automotive, medical, oil & gas, marine, and agriculture.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Team Leaderto join our R&D team and lead the design, analysis, and documentation of advanced mechanical systems. This role focuses on driving innovation from the initial concept phase through production support, ensuring the highest engineering standards and product quality. As a technical leader, you will guide and mentor the mechanical design team, lead design reviews, and define prototype testing and validation strategies. You will work closely with manufacturing, quality, and client teams to translate requirements into robust, cost-effective designs, drive continuous improvement of existing systems, and serve as the key technical contact for clients and suppliers on mechanical design topics.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the analysis and modeling of complex mechanical systems using CAD software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks).
• Develop mechanical designs aligned with engineering standards and applicable regulations.
• Perform Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and DFMEA studies.
• Generate technical documentation: drawings, specifications, and validation reports.
• Drive material selection and design optimization for cost and performance.
• Maintain and continuously improve existing mechanical systems.
• Mentor junior engineers
• Plan, prioritize, and delegate tasks across the design team, balancing workload and tracking progress to meet project deadlines.
• Lead design reviews to ensure technical quality.
• Define and oversee prototype testing and design validation plans.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and client teams to translate requirements into robust designs.
• Serve as the technical point of contact with clients and suppliers on mechanical design topics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design or product engineering, including leading projects from concept to production.
• Advanced CAD modeling and mechanical design in Fusion 360 and SolidWorks.
• GD&T and stack-up tolerance analysis (worst-case and statistical/RSS).
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards and quality norms.
• Development and implementation of DFMEA studies.
• Collaborative team player who builds trust and works effectively across engineering, manufacturing, and client teams.
• Assertive, respectful communication, including the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Constructive approach to resolving technical disagreements and building consensus.
• Proactive, engaged attitude with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Organization, goal orientation, and effective time management.
• Proven experience mentoring engineers or leading technical projects.
• Intermediate to advanced English level (preferred).
• Experience with electric motors or electro-mechanical systems is a plus.