Senior Process Engineer II - Lean, Automation & Data-Driven

IMI Norgren; Santiago de Querétaro; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

IMI plc in Querétaro, Mexico, seeks a senior Process Engineer to develop and maintain manufacturing processes for high-quality, low-cost products, under the IMI PE QRO quality system and lean philosophy.

You will lead continuous improvement projects, analyze data, optimize standard work, and drive automation and control solutions, ensuring APQP/PPAP deliverables and environmental/safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Industrial/Mechatronics) required.
• At least 8 years of experience in Process Engineering or similar roles.
• Experience with Poka Yoke and troubleshooting tools (8D, 5 Whys).
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Experience implementing in trial-and-error systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects targeting scrap reduction, FPY, and productivity.
• Develop engineering solutions using statistical methods, simulations, or digital tools.
• Develop and maintain standard work aligned with cycle times and lean practices.
• Calculate installed/available capacity and workload per machine or process.
• Identify bottlenecks and redistribute resources; support planning and expansion.
• Design, evaluate, and implement automation and control technologies to improve efficiency and safety.
• Lead manufacturing activities in project launches with APQP/PPAP deliverables.
• Participate in risk analysis and establish preventive actions for ergonomics, safety, and environment.
• Participate in security audits of new processes or changes.
• Implement lean systems: SMED, standard work, Poka Yoke.
• Update process paths, cycle times, and setup times in the system.
• Develop strategic plans to meet annual objectives in area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements.
• Use data analytics, metrics, and dashboards effectively.
• Support environmental responsibilities following internal procedures and legal requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Mechatronics Engineering

Advanced English

Core Tools certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Minitab

Power BI

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

IMI plc in Querétaro, Mexico, seeks a senior Process Engineer to develop and maintain manufacturing processes for high-quality, low-cost products, under the IMI PE QRO quality system and lean philosophy.

You will lead continuous improvement projects, analyze data, optimize standard work, and drive automation and control solutions, ensuring APQP/PPAP deliverables and environmental/safety compliance.