Prototype Planning Engineer

Autoliv; Santiago de Querétaro; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoliv in Mexico is seeking a Prototype Planning Engineer to coordinate and manage prototype requests for Airbag and Seatbelt programs from order receipt through final delivery. You will act as the main link between customers and internal teams, ensuring prototype requirements are clearly understood and executed while monitoring schedules and milestones to meet milestones and delivery timelines.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Program Management, Production Control,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced English communication skills (spoken and written) are required.
• 2–5 years of experience in Automotive, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Program Management, Planning, or Operations environments.
• Knowledge of Production Planning, Material Planning, Operations and Supply Chain processes.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage prototype requests for Airbag and Seatbelt programs from order receipt through final delivery.
• Act as the main point of contact between customers and internal stakeholders to ensure prototype requirements are clearly understood and executed.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Production Control, Engineering, Prototype Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely prototype delivery.
• Monitor prototype schedules, priorities, and milestones while proactively identifying risks and developing recovery plans.
• Resolve operational challenges related to material availability, production constraints, logistics, customs processes, and delivery timelines.
• Support lead-time reduction initiatives and continuously improve prototype planning and execution processes.
• Track prototype performance indicators and contribute to customer satisfaction and on-time delivery objectives.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Job description

At Autoliv, our primary goal is Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels, and you can be part of our team as a Prototype Planning Engineer.

In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing prototype requests from customers, ensuring prototypes are planned, built, and delivered on time while meeting customer expectations and project milestones. You will serve as the key link between customers, program teams, production, engineering, supply chain, and prototype operations to drive flawless execution and delivery.

You will play a critical role in reducing lead times, resolving operational challenges, and improving customer satisfaction through effective planning, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.

Should you be interested in overseeing these tasks and driving operational excellence, your role will involve:

• Coordinate and manage prototype requests for Airbag and Seatbelt programs from order receipt through final delivery.
• Act as the main point of contact between customers and internal stakeholders to ensure prototype requirements are clearly understood and executed.
• Collaborate closely with Program Management, Production Control, Engineering, Prototype Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely prototype delivery.
• Monitor prototype schedules, priorities, and milestones while proactively identifying risks and developing recovery plans.
• Resolve operational challenges related to material availability, production constraints, logistics, customs processes, and delivery timelines.
• Support lead-time reduction initiatives and continuously improve prototype planning and execution processes.
• Track prototype performance indicators and contribute to customer satisfaction and on-time delivery objectives.

If You Have/are

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Advanced English communication skills (spoken and written) are a must.

• 2-5 years of experience in Automotive, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Program Management, Planning, or Operations environments.
• General knowledge of Production Planning, Material Planning, Operations, and Supply Chain processes.
• Experience working with data analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI.
• Strong communication, prioritization, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. A proactive mindset with the ability to work across multiple teams and drive execution in a fast-paced environment.

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!