Process Engineer

Nemak Mexico; García; On-site; MXN 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemak Mexico is seeking a quality-focused manufacturing engineer to optimize aluminum casting, machining, and assembly lines in our automotive production facilities. You will drive continuous improvement, use core tools, and lead corrective actions to meet safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include reducing waste, improving OEE, and supporting new product launches with PPAP and ramp-up activities. Strong English and teamwork are required for cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in automotive manufacturing.
• 2+ years in aluminum casting, machining, or assembly processes.
• 2+ years with APQP/quality assurance.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and Core Tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production losses and bottlenecks to improve OEE, cycle times, capacity, and line efficiency.
• Reduce scrap, rework, and process variation through root cause analysis and PFMEA.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives on materials, labor, energy, and waste.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma projects and Kaizen events.
• Support new product launches through process design, PPAP, and ramp-up stabilization.
• Ensure processes meet safety, environmental, ergonomic, and quality standards.
• Develop standard work, work instructions, and operator training materials.
• Use process data and digital monitoring to identify improvements and validate results.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Corrective-action

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering

Tools

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

MSA

SPC

Job description

Objective

Ensure stable, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes by resolving technical and quality issues, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement in close collaboration with Production, Quality, and Maintenance.

Main Responsibilities

• Analyze production losses and bottlenecks to improve OEE, cycle times, capacity, and line efficiency.
• Reduce scrap, rework, and process variation through root cause analysis, SPC, PFMEA, control plans, and corrective actions.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives focused on materials, labor, energy, consumables, and waste reduction.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma projects, including Kaizen events, process audits, and structured problem-solving activities.
• Support new product launches through process design, trials, PPAP, equipment readiness, and ramp-up stabilization.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet safety, environmental, ergonomic, and quality standards.
• Develop standard work, work instructions, visual aids, and training materials for operators and technicians.
• Use process data and digital monitoring tools to identify improvement opportunities and validate results.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing.
• 2+ years of experience in aluminum casting, machining, and/or assembly processes.
• 2+ years of experience with APQP and quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, and SPC), and quality management standards such as IATF 16949.
• Proficient in English.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and corrective-action skills.
• Experience in a metallurgical laboratory is preferred.