Robotics & Automation Engineer - Cobots

Magna International

Saltillo

On-site

MXN 700,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Magna Seating in Saltillo, Mexico, seeks a Group Robotics & Automation Engineer to lead robotics and automation deployment across divisions. You will drive standardization, develop POCs, and support shop-floor implementations for scalable and cost-effective manufacturing.

You will program and troubleshoot industrial robots, integrate with PLCs and vision systems, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance smart manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years of experience with industrial robotics, automation integration, and manufacturing processes.
Experience leading automation projects from concept development through commissioning and production launch.
Strong hands-on experience with major robotics platforms (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa or equivalent).
Experience with collaborative robots (cobots) and human-robot interaction applications.
Proficiency in robot programming, simulation, and troubleshooting in production environments.

Responsibilities

Lead development of divisional and regional automation roadmaps aligned with business objectives and manufacturing excellence.
Identify automation opportunities through plant assessments and support ROI analyses.
Lead benchmarking of emerging robotic technologies and replication across divisions and plants.
Develop robotic concepts, simulations, and feasibility studies including cycle time analysis.
Provide hands-on shop-floor support during deployment, commissioning, and debugging of robotic systems.