Process Engineer

Autoliv; Santiago de Querétaro; On-site; MXN 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation package

Company events

Gender pay equality

Job summary

Autoliv is seeking a process engineer to design, optimize, and maintain sewing manufacturing processes across our production lines in Mexico. You will apply Lean methodologies, Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC) and project management to improve productivity, quality, and safety while ensuring process scalability and operator well-being.

The role involves implementing continuous improvements, updating technical documentation, and training personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electronic Engineering or related field with 2+ years in production processes.
• Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt certification.
• Proficiency with Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC) and Lean methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, optimize, and maintain sewing manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality and safety.
• Apply Lean methodologies and Core Tools to drive continuous improvements and project management.
• Implement process changes with measurable results (cost reduction, scrap reduction, cycle time).
• Prepare and maintain process documentation (PFMEA, control plans, work standards).
• Train personnel on new methods and standards and monitor compliance.

Skills

Six Sigma

Core Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Electronic Engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

GD&T

FMEA

PPAP

APQP

MSA

SPC

Job description

What You’ll Do

Responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining sewing manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety. Implements continuous improvements through Lean methodologies, Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA), and project management, aligned with organizational standards and customer needs. Apply Lean Manufacturing to reduce waste and improve key performance indicators (productivity, quality, cost). Innovate in processes in response to changes in customer demand and product complexity. Ensure process scalability in a globalized manufacturing environment. Balance operational efficiency with operator well-being (ergonomics, safety). Optimized layouts and technical documentation (PFMEA, control plans, work standards). Continuous improvement projects with measurable results (scrap reduction, cycle time, costs). Successful implementation of engineering changes and new processes. Tracking reports for corrective actions (8Ds, AFRs) and audits. Training of personnel in new methods and standards.

What Is Required

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electronic Engineering or related field 2+ years in production processes, preferably in manufacturing.

• Six Sigma (Yellow/Green Belt)
• Core Tools
• Lean Manufacturing Technical Tools:
• Minitab, basic AutoCAD, basic SolidWorks, GD&T, ISAAQ
• Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC) Management
• Lean methodologies (VSM, 5S, Kaizen)
• Capex creation and investment justification
• Process traceability and documentation Soft Skills:
• Analytical mindset: structured problem solving
• Adaptability: ability to work under pressure and in changing environments
• Leadership: ability to influence multidisciplinary teams
• Effective communication: clarity in technical reports and training
• Attention to detail: ensuring accuracy in standards and documentation Intermediate–advanced English (for technical documentation and global communication) Availability to work rotating shifts when required

What’s In It For You

• Attractive compensation package
• Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.
• Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.