Senior Automation Project Engineer

Corning; Reynosa; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Corning is a world leader in glass, ceramic and materials science. The Senior Automation Project Engineer will lead and support automation initiatives that improve manufacturing processes, equipment performance, product quality, and operational efficiency.

You will partner with production, development, and research teams to solve technical challenges, implement process improvements, and introduce new automated technologies while driving project execution and technical training across the

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or related field.
• Hands-on industrial automation experience.
• Experience with PLC programming.
• Proven project management experience.
• Experience implementing new manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to analyze process and equipment data.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead automation projects to improve equipment reliability, process capability, production capacity, and overall manufacturing performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment, material, and process issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support the introduction of new automated equipment, technologies, and new products into manufacturing operations.
• Train engineers, technicians, operators, and trades personnel on automated systems, processes, and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement across operations.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

Industrial automation

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

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

Descripción del empleo

The company built on breakthroughs.
Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Ready to lead automation projects that improve manufacturing performance, introduce new technologies, and make a measurable impact in a global innovation-driven company?

Role Purpose

As a Senior Automation Project Engineer, you will lead and support automation initiatives that improve manufacturing processes, equipment performance, product quality, and operational efficiency. This role partners closely with production, development, and research teams to solve technical challenges, implement process improvements, and introduce new automated technologies. You will also play a key role in project execution, technical training, and continuous improvement efforts across the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead automation-focused projects to improve equipment reliability, process capability, production capacity, and overall manufacturing performance


• Troubleshoot equipment, material, and process issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions


• Support the introduction of new automated equipment, technologies, and new products into manufacturing operations


• Train engineers, technicians, operators, and trades personnel on automated systems, processes, and best practices

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field


• Strong hands-on experience in industrial automation within a manufacturing environment


• Experience with PLC programming and automated equipment troubleshooting


• Proven project management experience, including leading cross-functional technical initiatives


• Experience supporting new product introduction and implementation of new manufacturing technologies


• Ability to analyze process and equipment performance data and use problem-solving tools to drive improvements


• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to influence teams and drive results

A job that shapes a life.

Corning offers you the total package.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.




• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being and in addition to full Mexico statutory benefits, we offer food coupons that ease daily costs, and a structured savings fund to support your long-term financial goals.




• Salaried employees are eligible for comprehensive medical and dental coverage. Additionally, all employees are covered by company-sponsored life insurance, total permanent disability protection, paid time off, and have access to our Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.




• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail].