Prototype Automation Engineer

Autoliv Mexico; Santiago de Querétaro; Híbrido; MXN 300.000 - 420.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Attractive compensation package

Recognition awards

Company events

Family events

University discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Autoliv Mexico is seeking a Prototyping Engineer to design, develop, install, manage and maintain equipment used to monitor and control engineering systems, machinery and processes in production automation.

You will lead PLC and HMI programming, perform root cause analysis, mentor maintenance technicians, and drive cost reductions, promoting continuous improvement with Yokoten practices across regional and global facilities.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Core Tools, GD&T, problem-solving methodologies, and quality systems such as IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
• Proven experience in process engineering, maintenance, automation, or manufacturing engineering roles, with prior supervisory or technical team leadership experience preferred.
• Advanced expertise in industrial automation, including PLC and HMI programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Omron), servomotors, vision systems, laser marking systems, and electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to develop PLC and HMI programs from scratch, with experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment, vision inspection systems, and industrial sewing technologies (Juki and Brother machines) considered a strong advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Manage PLC program traceability, updates, and modifications for retrofitted equipment, ensuring system reliability, documentation accuracy, and compliance with engineering standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions to resolve chronic machine issues, improve equipment performance, and prevent recurrence.
• Support manufacturing and process engineering initiatives by improving equipment robustness, implementing Yokoten best practices, documenting lessons learned, and benchmarking with regional and global facilities.
• Coach and develop maintenance technicians on new technologies, control systems, and assembly equipment functions, while tracking performance and supporting individual development plans.
• Drive operational and financial improvements by reducing maintenance-related costs, supporting budget objectives, and applying a structured, data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

HMI programming

Industrial automation

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Master's degree or MBA preferred

Herramientas

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Omron PLC

Vision systems

Laser marking systems

Juki & Brother sewing machines

Descripción del empleo

Autoliv Mexico is seeking a Prototyping Engineer to design, develop, install, manage and maintain equipment used to monitor and control engineering systems, machinery and processes in production automation.

You will lead PLC and HMI programming, perform root cause analysis, mentor maintenance technicians, and drive cost reductions, promoting continuous improvement with Yokoten practices across regional and global facilities.